Humboldt County Farm Bureau of Iowa

Humboldt County Farm Bureau of Iowa To learn more about Farm Bureau visit www.iowafarmbureau.com.

Humboldt County Farm Bureau is a grassroots farm organization dedicated to our mission of creating a vibrant future for agriculture, farm families, and their communities. Humboldt County Farm Bureau is committed to serving the members of our community and the state of Iowa through scholarships and grants for students and teachers; support of Ag in the Classroom programs; policy development at local, state and national levels; and health programs such as Stroke Detection Plus screenings. We also support several organization through donations and fundraisers such as our local Honor Flights program, county fair, Women in Denim Conference, Meals from the Heartland, Take Root Workshops, 4-H and FFA just to name a few.

09/17/2026

IT'S THAT TIME OF YEAR!

Please join us at the Farm on Saturday & Sunday, October 10 & 11 for our 21st Annual Pumpkins & Ponies event!

More info to follow!

🎃 THE PUMPKINS ARE HERE... JUST IN TIME FOR AITC! 🎃The pumpkins have arrived! After a little cleaning and preparation, t...
09/17/2026

🎃 THE PUMPKINS ARE HERE... JUST IN TIME FOR AITC! 🎃

The pumpkins have arrived! After a little cleaning and preparation, they'll be ready to head into the classrooms for some hands-on learning fun.

Kalene Berte, Ag in the Classroom Coordinator for Farm Bureau, will soon be visiting students at Taft Elementary and St. Mary Catholic School with exciting pumpkin-themed lessons that connect agriculture to everyday life.

Through interactive activities and real-world examples, students will explore where their food comes from, how pumpkins are grown, and the important role agriculture plays in our communities.

This is one of two Ag in the Classroom lessons being offered this fall. The goal is not only to help students develop an appreciation for agriculture, but also to spark curiosity and inspire future interests and careers in this vital industry.

Who knows? A simple pumpkin lesson today could plant the seed for tomorrow's farmer, scientist, educator, or agricultural leader!

Growing understanding, one lesson at a time! 🌱🚜🎃

FB Celebrates Cy-Hawk Rivalry Block PartyMembers of the Humboldt County Farm Bureau headed to downtown Humboldt on Septe...
09/17/2026

FB Celebrates Cy-Hawk Rivalry Block Party

Members of the Humboldt County Farm Bureau headed to downtown Humboldt on September 10 for the Cy-Hawk Rivalry Block Party, and the community joined in the fun.

The event ran from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m., just a few days before the big September 12 match-up between the Iowa State University Cyclones and the Iowa Hawkeyes in Iowa City.

The Humboldt County Farm Bureau offered the chance to win ANF (America Needs Farmers) and Farm Strong t-shirts, along with bright green string backpacks that say “I met a Farmer Today.”

Directors with the Humboldt County Farm Bureau board hosted ag trivia games for anyone who wanted to try and win a shirt. The directors also had some simple ag trivia questions for kids who wanted to win a backpack.

A total of 270 t-shirts and 25 backpacks were given out.

A huge thank you to everyone who participated!

Submitted by Darcy Maulsby

Nostrom Represents Humboldt County at FB Policy MeetingOfficial representatives of the 100 county Farm Bureaus, includin...
09/17/2026

Nostrom Represents Humboldt County at FB Policy Meeting

Official representatives of the 100 county Farm Bureaus, including Humboldt County Farm Bureau President Miles Nostrom filling in as alternate delegate for Humboldt County, met September 9 and 10 in West Des Moines for the Iowa Farm Bureau Federation’s Summer Policy Conference.

As part of Farm Bureau’s grassroots policy process, delegates discussed and debated timely issues, which were surfaced by members throughout the year, to decide official Iowa Farm Bureau policy. They also addressed issues to be sent on for discussion at American Farm Bureau Federation.

Delegates adopted policy on the following topics and more: driver’s education covering farm equipment, hyperscale data centers, urban sprawl/annexation, and windbreak incentives. They focused on national policy regarding 1031 exchange reform, cattle policy, and incentives to convert cropland to pasture.

More policy documents will be posted on the Iowa Farm Bureau Federation’s Members Only Policy Development webpage for member use.

Submitted by Darcy Maulsby

FB to Offer Ag Business Marketing/Branding Workshops Looking for new ways to help your ag business stand out? The Io...
09/17/2026

FB to Offer Ag Business Marketing/Branding Workshops

Looking for new ways to help your ag business stand out? The Iowa Farm Bureau’s Our Farm/Ag Business Marketing + Branding Workshop Series is designed to help farm and ag businesses strengthen their brand, better connect with customers, and develop practical marketing strategies to support business growth.

This workshop series is a four-day program spread across two months, giving you time to learn new concepts, apply them to your own business, and return with questions and ideas.

We’re excited to once again partner with Flying Hippo, a marketing and branding firm with extensive experience working alongside agricultural and rural businesses. Their team brings practical expertise, individualized feedback, and real-world examples to help you strengthen your brand, connect with customers, and develop a marketing strategy you can immediately put into action.

Marketing + Branding Workshops
Here’s what you can expect:
• November 4-5, 2026: WORKSHOP 1: “Creating a Spotted Zebra Brand” Brand Insights for the Entrepreneur. This workshop will help members gain valuable insights into developing their own “Spotted Zebra” brand — one that will stand out from the pack of sameness found in every market segment. Highly interactive and filled with exercises, participants will learn the fundamental principles that all great brands utilize.

• December 2-3, 2026: WORKSHOP 2: "Let’s Go To Market!” Marketing Insights for the Entrepreneur. This workshop will help members understand the principles of marketing with an emphasis on the various digital and social strategies that are critical for success for any modern entrepreneur. Insights gained from this workshop will enable participants to formulate strategic go-to-market strategies.

Advanced Marketing + Branding Workshops
• January 13-14, 2027
• February 17-18, 2027

All workshops will be held at the Iowa Farm Bureau office in West Des Moines. To learn more and to register, visit www.iowafarmbureau.com/events.
Whether you’re looking to strengthen your own marketing efforts, we encourage you to join us. If someone comes to mind who may also benefit, we'd appreciate you sharing this opportunity with them.

Submitted by Darcy Maulsby

Farm Bureau Annual Meeting, 1941 Farm Bureau has a rich history in Humboldt County. Just look at this page in the Humbol...
09/10/2026

Farm Bureau Annual Meeting, 1941

Farm Bureau has a rich history in Humboldt County. Just look at this page in the Humboldt Independent newspaper from September 30, 1941. The article and ads promoted the county’s annual Farm Bureau meeting, which was expected to draw 300 people.

The event was slated for Wednesday, Oct. 1, at the Methodist Church in Humboldt. “Edward Oppedahl of Renwick, president of the organization, will preside over the session,” reported the newspaper.

The day’s events opened with a business session at 10 a.m., including election of officers. Then came reports from various chairmen and agents, and reports of the resolution committee. Reports were also given by Mrs. Philo Tabor (chairman of the Home Projects groups) and Mrs. Sidney Parson (chairman of the 4-H clubs). The Woman’s Society of Christian Service served the noon lunch in the church dining hall.

The afternoon session included a talk by Roger Fleming, research director for the Iowa Farm Bureau Association, who provided legislative updates. The meeting adjourned at 3:30 p.m.

Fourteen local businesses ran advertisements encouraging Farm Bureau members to stop in and shop their Farm Bureau specials following the annual meeting. They included DeGroote Grocery, Hubbard’s Drug Store, the Arthaud-Bowen Co. variety store (which offered new fall curtain material on sale for 10 cents a yard), the Lane Clothing Co. (which offered Stetson hats), and J.F. Miller & Son (grain, coal, feed and feed grinding), Phones 22 and 23.

Submitted by Darcy Maulsby

Johnson Inducted into Iowa 4-H Hall of Fame Congratulations to Tom Johnson from Humboldt County, who was inducted int...
09/10/2026

Johnson Inducted into Iowa 4-H Hall of Fame

Congratulations to Tom Johnson from Humboldt County, who was inducted into the Iowa 4-H Hall of Fame during the 2026 Iowa State Fair!

For more than 40 years, Johnson has been a dedicated supporter of youth agriculture programs through the Humboldt County Fair, 4-H, and FFA. He has volunteered extensively with the Swine Committee, evaluated 4-H record books, and served as announcer for the Humboldt County 4-H/FFA Swine and Beef Shows.

As an agriculture educator and FFA advisor at Humboldt High School for 34 years, Johnson played a key role in preparing and maintaining livestock areas on the fairgrounds. He also promoted agricultural education throughout the community. Always willing to go the extra mile, Johnson also partnered with Iowa State University Extension to teach tractor safety courses for youth.

During his time leading the FFA chapter, students participated in research test plots with local farmers. These experiences also taught students about farm safety and agricultural career opportunities. Johnson was always willing to include more people in ag-related learning opportunities. He served on a committee focused on recruiting new members for the Humboldt County Extension Council.

Agriculture and youth leadership have always been a family commitment for Johnson. His three daughters were active in 4-H and FFA, exhibiting livestock and projects at local and state fairs.

“Through decades of teaching, mentoring, and volunteer service, Tom has positively impacted countless young people,” stated Johnson’s nomination. “He has strengthened agricultural education and community involvement across Humboldt County.”

Submitted by Darcy Maulsby

Humboldt County Farm Bureau President Miles Nostrom (left) is shown here with Iowa Farm Bureau Director Andy Hill at the...
09/10/2026

Humboldt County Farm Bureau President Miles Nostrom (left) is shown here with Iowa Farm Bureau Director Andy Hill at the District 2 Farm Bureau policy conference. This event was held in Clear Lake on August 24 at the Best Western Holiday Lodge.

Submitted by Darcy Maulsby

09/10/2026

Reminder - Cy-Hawk Rivalry Block Party - TONIGHT!!!

Win a FREE T-Shirt from Humboldt County Farm Bureau by playing Ag Trivia!!!

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308 13th Street S
Humboldt, IA
50548

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