Secretary Naig Announces Investments in 24 Iowa Projects through the Resilient Food Systems Infrastructure Program

DES MOINES, Iowa (Nov. 26, 2024) – Iowa Secretary of Agriculture Mike Naig announced today that the Iowa Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship is investing more than $5.2 million in 24 Iowa projects and other supply chain improvement initiatives through the United States Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Resilient Food Systems Infrastructure (RFSI) grant program. The intent of RFSI is to build resilience in the middle of the food supply chain by developing and expanding markets for Iowa’s small farms and food businesses. 

"As more Iowans are looking for local food options and turning to Choose Iowa to find them, the Resilient Food Systems Infrastructure Program and other initiatives at the Iowa Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship are helping to strengthen supply chains and build the infrastructure behind that food production," said Secretary Naig. "By enhancing processing capacity and reinforcing distribution networks, we’re creating more robust pathways for Iowa farmers and small businesses to bring their high-quality Iowa food and ag products to market. As a result, these projects and logistical investments will ultimately help enhance our supply chains, create jobs in rural communities and grow Iowa’s economy."

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Originally published by the Iowa Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship.