From Field to Feed

Date & Time: September 2, 2026 | 4:30 - 7 p.m. (check-in opens at 4:15 p.m.)

Location: ISU Kent Feed Mill and Grain Science Complex, 1873 State Ave. Ames, IA 50014

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Overview

Discover how the Iowa Soybean Association (ISA) and Iowa State University (ISU) are creating new opportunities for soybean farmers through innovative research and market development.

Tour the ISU Kent Feed Mill and Grain Science Complex, learn how high oleic soybeans are expanding demand in dairy rations and hear how your checkoff investment is advancing research that strengthens the long-term value of your crop.

Agenda

• 4:30 p.m. - ISU Kent Feed Mill Tour
• 5:30 p.m. - Dinner
• 6 p.m. - Soybean Research Results and Updates (ISA RCFI Staff)
• 6:15 p.m. - Building Demand for Iowa Soybeans (Grant Kimberley, ISA senior director of market development)
• 6:30 p.m. - ISA-ISU High Oleic Research Presentation
• 7 p.m. - Q&A and Adjourn

Feed Mill Tour Safety and Biosecurity Requirements (MUST READ)

Everyone entering the facility must wear clothing and shoes that have not been in a poultry, dairy or other livestock facility, including backyard chickens, hunting for fowl, etc. People who work around, do coursework, or have their own poultry or livestock facilities are asked to wait 48 hours before entering the facility. Closed-toe shoes, long pants (no shorts) and sleeved shirts (long-sleeve or t-shirts) are required. Hair must be pulled back and necklaces tucked inside shirts. No tank tops, crop tops, muscle shirts, shorts, bracelets or hoodies with strings will be allowed within the facility.

Directions

There is no direct exit to the feed mill from the Highway 20. Please take either the South Dakota or University Boulevard exits and proceed to Mortensen Road and then turn at State Avenue.

Sponsor

Reserve Your Spot Now

Please register by August 24. This is a first come, first served event with limited seating. If you have any questions, contact Bre Wagner at 515-669-7963 or bwagner@iasoybeans.com.

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