2025 Director Elections - District 8 candidates (Race 2)

May 29, 2025

Brian Fuller - Osceola

Brian Fuller grows soybeans and corn on a multi-generation farm in Clarke County. The family also raises cow-calf pairs.

He earned his associate’s degree from Des Moines Area Community College.

Brian is involved in the Iowa Soybean Association as a voting delegate and as an Advocate Member. He’s also involved with Iowa Farm Bureau and Clarke County Cattlemen and is the district 8 president for Iowa Corn Growers Association. He previously served on the United Farmers’ Cooperative board.

Why are you interested in serving on the ISA board?

I can utilize my connections at the Iowa Capitol to discuss and develop policy and legislation that benefits Iowa’s soybean farmers. I hope to be part of continuing education to farmers on the importance of sustainable practices and help find new uses for soybeans to ensure long-term market demand.

What’s the biggest issue facing Iowa soybean farmers right now and how can the board address it?

A major challenge is developing more uses for soybeans that are economically viable within a supportive market. By funding ongoing research into new applications, the board helps secure a strong, lasting market for Iowa soybean farmers' future success.

Doug Kent - Corydon

Doug Kent farms with his wife, Lisa, in south central Iowa and northern Missouri. They grow soybeans, corn and hay. They also raise cattle. Doug utilizes minimum till, no-till and cover crop conservation practices on the farm.

Doug serves on the Corydon Mutual Farmers Association Co-op Board.

Why are you interested in serving on the ISA board?

I want to better educate myself on the needs not just for Iowa farmers, but for every soybean producer to help us be more competitive in this global market.

What’s the biggest issue facing Iowa soybean farmers right now and how can the board address it?

Markets and profitability. We need to continue to keep markets with other countries and find additional avenues for our products. While we (the Iowa soybean farmer) try to keep our production costs down, we also work to increase our yields to increase profitability. With today’s technology, we are able to compete and produce for the global market.

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