Mills County Farm Bureau

06/12/2026

🔥 Know a teen who rules the grill? 🔥

If they take pride in crafting the perfect grilled or smoked meat dish, encourage them to enter Iowa Farm Bureau's Cookout Contest!

📅 When: Tuesday, August 18, 2026
📍 Where: Iowa State Fair on the Grand Concourse
👨‍🍳 Who: Youth ages 13–17 who love outdoor cooking!
🏆 Prize: $300 cash + a gas grill valued at $1,000, courtesy of the Iowa Propane Gas Association

⚠️ Spots are limited!

👉 Register and learn more:

The Cookout Contest is a celebration of Iowa-raised meats and the farmers who provide this high-quality product with animal care and environmental sustainability as their top priority.

06/09/2026

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05/29/2026

Do you have a farm dog that deserves some recognition? Nominate it for the 2027 Farm Dog of the Year! 🐶

The Farm Dog of the Year contest celebrates farm dogs and the many ways they support farmers and ranchers. The American Farm Bureau Federation, with support from Nestlé Purina PetCare, will recognize a grand prize winner—2027 Farm Bureau Farm Dog of the Year—as well as a People’s Choice Pup winner.

The owner of the Farm Dog of the Year receives a $5,000 cash prize, a year’s supply of Purina Pro-Plan dog food, a $500 travel stipend and two free adult registrations to attend the 2027 AFBF Convention, a trophy plate and a Purina products basket!

They're more than pets. Farm dogs are part of the family. 🐕

Nominate yours in American Farm Bureau's Farm Dog of the Year contest by July 11: https://www.fb.org/initiative/farm-dog-of-the-year

05/25/2026

Our office will be closed on Monday, May 25 in observance of Memorial Day. Let us take time to honor and remember those who served and sacrificed for our country. 🇺🇸

We will re-open on Tuesday, May 26 with regular business hours.

05/21/2026

Registration closes May 29 for the Young Farmer Ag Insights Tour happening June 4-5, including an overnight stay in Omaha, NE at the Magnolia Hotel!

05/15/2026

You’re invited!

We are excited to celebrate the newly renovated atrium and the future of SWITCH – Lakin Foundation Training Hub this Saturday. We hope you’ll join us as we mark this exciting new chapter and showcase a space designed for learning, growth, and opportunity for years to come!

04/29/2026

The Ag in the Classroom program partnered with ISU Extension and Outreach Mills County to present at their 1st Grade Farm Day, hosted at the Switch- Southwest Iowa Technical Career Hub , for both East Mills and Glenwood Northeast students!

04/11/2026

Pets are vital to agriculture, such as working dogs who help protect, manage, and herd livestock. We’d love see a photo of your pet - drop a photo below and be sure to give them a few extra treats today! 🐾

It is National Pet Day! Today we will celebrate the paws that make life a little brighter! Drop a photo of your pet in the comments! 🐾💛

04/10/2026

Check out the legislative coffee events happening tomorrow morning!

03/16/2026

🌾 Celebrating National Agriculture Week | March 15–21, 2026 🌾

Here in Mills County, agriculture is more than an industry — it’s a way of life.

🌾During National Ag Week, we proudly recognize the hardworking farmers, ranchers, ag families and agricultural businesses who keep our community strong.

From sunrise in the fields to food on our tables, agriculture fuels our economy, supports local jobs and sustains the rural values that make Mills County such a special place to live and work.

Farming isn’t just planting and harvesting — it’s innovation, resilience, stewardship and dedication to future generations.

We are grateful for the individuals and businesses who continue to move agriculture forward while caring for the land and community we all share.

🍀𝓙𝓸𝓲𝓷 𝓤𝓼 𝓣𝓸𝓶𝓸𝓻𝓻𝓸𝔀!
In honor of National Ag Week, Chamber Member John Gregory - Farm Bureau Financial Services is hosting a special Business After Hours networking event.

📅 Tuesday, March 17 (St. Patrick’s Day!)
⏰ 4:00 – 6:00 PM
📍 Farm Bureau Financial Services – Glenwood | 302 S. Locust St.

This casual come-and-go event is open to the public and we welcome both Chamber members and non-members to attend.

Stop in to:
• Connect with local business and agricultural leaders
• Celebrate the backbone of our local economy
• Enjoy refreshments and conversation
• Strengthen relationships within our community

Whether you work in agriculture or simply appreciate its importance to Mills County, we’d love to see you there.

No RSVP required — just bring your business cards and appreciation for our local ag community.

✨ Curious about becoming a Chamber member?
Learn more here:
https://livemillscounty.com/join/

💚 Let’s celebrate the people who help feed our nation and power our local economy.