Practical Farmers of Iowa

Join PFI as our data analysis and reporting manager! This position leads the development and implementation of systems that transform farm-level production and geospatial data into trusted sustainability outcomes. If hired, you will play a critical role in supporting farmer participation in emerging environmental markets and sustainability initiatives. Submit an application today: https://lnkd.in/eeAxXdTY

Join PFI as our data analysis and reporting manager! This position leads the development and implementation of systems that transform farm-level production and geospatial data into trusted sustainability outcomes. If hired, you will play a critical role in supporting farmer participation in emerging environmental markets and sustainability initiatives. Submit an application today: https://lnkd.in/eeAxXdTY

We are hiring a Senior Email Marketing Coordinator! This position will lead PFI's email marketing communication by creating, designing, editing and distributing engaging email communications. This position will also support PFI's broader digital communications strategy by creating social media content and occasionally updating website content. To apply: https://lnkd.in/gdeqPQR7

Do you have an ag topic, experience or idea you'd like to share with fellow farmers? We are now accepting proposals for lightning talks at our 2027 Annual Conference. These 8-minute, farmer-led presentations are opportunities to share practical insights, lessons learned and innovative ideas with conference attendees. Submit a lightning talk proposal today: https://lnkd.in/eUCQ-ZCG

Help PFI give a warm welcome to Amber Mohr who joined the PFI staff in June 2026 as the business development manager. Amber raises pastured eggs and chemical-free produce with her family in Avoca, Iowa. Prior to joining the PFI team, Amber worked in community and economic development. She also served as a land access navigator with PFI and Renewing the Countryside. Read Amber's full bio: https://bit.ly/4yocmGA

Join PFI as a cropping systems manager! This position leads the cropping systems team in delivery of agronomic technical assistance, extended rotations cost-share program and more. Submit an application today: https://lnkd.in/gdeqPQR7

Join PFI as our data analysis and reporting manager! This position leads the development and implementation of systems that transform farm-level production and geospatial data into trusted sustainability outcomes. If hired, you will play a critical role in supporting farmer participation in emerging environmental markets and sustainability initiatives. Submit an application today: https://lnkd.in/eeAxXdTY

What happens when you trim nitrogen? The latest PFI research results show promise for profitability. Since 2022, PFI farmer researchers have been exploring a key question: "Can we reduce nitrogen rates while maintaining corn yields and profitability?" The current set of trials started in 2024 in preparation for the 2025 growing season, and involved 24 farmers across Iowa, Illinois, Minnesota and Wisconsin. Using a replicated strip-trial design, the farmers aim was to look at effects on yields, financial outcomes and greenhouse gas emissions. Review the new research report: https://bit.ly/4oJeLY8

PFI is hiring! We’re seeking a data stewardship and reporting manager to maintain clean data systems that create excellent customer service for farmers and landowners participating in our programs and ease reporting to funders. If you’re passionate about supporting farmers and landowners with personalized customer service and enhanced data systems to ease reporting for all, this is your role. Apply today: https://lnkd.in/gdeqPQR7

Last year marked a milestone for PFI as we celebrated our 40th anniversary. While we navigated challenges amid shifts in federal funding, our farmer-led network made 2025 one of our strongest years yet for program growth and event participation. A few highlights from our 2025 annual report, which is now available on our website, include: > 7,086 people attended PFI events including our annual conference, field days, meet-ups and more. > Farmers completed 185 farmer-led research trials on topics like bale grazing, horticulture varieties and cover crop seeding. > Nitrogen application was reduced on nearly 30,000 acres. > PFI membership grew to 9,912, including 214 lifetime members. These numbers reflect the dedication of our farmers, members and partners and the enduring relevance of PFI's work even in uncertain times. Read the full report: https://bit.ly/4x2Nd3F