Original board members that help purchase and create the research farm - Phil Hufford, Larry Loenser, Rod Hamer, Bill Lotz, Neil Wubben, Kay Connelly and John Pesek

Dr. Kendall Lamkey, chair of ISU Agronomy Department spoke on significant contributions Ag research and researchers like Norman Borlaug have made on the quality of life of people around the world.

Over 40 people brought shovels to help break ground.

Mark Mueller, President NEIAEA and Past Pres. Dennis Carney

ISU Vice Pres Jack Payne enjoys ice cream.

Loma & Erik Nykkanen registering.