Member Directory

Syngenta is a world-leading agribusiness committed to sustainable agriculture through innovative research and technology. As a global provider of innovative solutions and brands, Syngenta is a leader in crop protection and solutions.

The Mosaic Company is the world’s leading integrated producer of concentrated phosphate and potash — two of the three most important nutrients in agriculture. We employ more than 13,000 people in six countries to serve farmers all over the world. The people of Mosaic work with purpose to maximize efficiencies and minimize our environmental footprint. We strive to be a thoughtful and engaged neighbor, using our financial resources, expertise, and innovative spirit to commit to good corporate citizenship.

BASF supports farmers through innovative solutions that help them get the most out of every acre. With expert teams in the lab, field, office and in production, we connect innovative thinking and down-to-earth action to create real world ideas that work – for farmers, society and the planet. For more information, please visit www.agriculture.basf.com or on any of our social media channels.

Bush’s® is a family-owned food company headquartered in East Tennessee, best known for our signature baked beans and a full line of high-quality bean products. Since 1908, we’ve been committed to delivering delicious, nutritious, flavorful, and wholesome nutrition to every table.

Nutrien Inc. is a major retail supplier of agricultural products and services in North and South America, a leading global wholesale producer and marketer of nitrogen, phosphate, and potash, and the premier supplier of specialty fertilizers in North America.

For Bayer, regenerative agriculture is an outcome-based production model that has improving soil health at its core and strengthening resilience as a key objective. Other principal aims include mitigating climate change, maintaining or restoring biodiversity, conserving water as well as increasing yields and improving the economic and social well-being of farmers and their communities. 

The Fertilizer Institute (TFI) is the leading voice of the nation’s fertilizer industry, tracing its roots back to 1883. TFI’s membership includes fertilizer producers, wholesalers, retailers, and trading firms, with a full-time staff based in Washington, D.C., serving members through legislative, educational, technical, economic information, and public communication programs. Representing the sector before Congress, federal agencies, and the public, TFI advocates for sound policy that promotes 4R Nutrient Stewardship and other conservation practices.

Corteva Agriscience provides farmers around the world with the most complete input portfolio in the industry to enable them to maximize yield and profitability — including some of the most recognized seed brands and crop protection products in agriculture. The company is committed to working with stakeholders throughout the food system to enrich the lives of those who produce and those who consume, ensuring progress for generations to come.

DU got its start in 1937 during the Dust Bowl when North America's drought-plagued waterfowl populations had plunged to unprecedented lows. The mission of Ducks Unlimited is to conserve, restore, and manage wetlands and associated habitats for North America's waterfowl. These habitats also benefit other wildlife and people.

Part of the Farm Credit System, Farm Credit Services of America is a mission-driven, customer-owned financial cooperative dedicated to serving rural America. FCSAmerica is here to support customer-owners as they build more sustainable operations. Through education, collaboration, industry partnerships and more, FCSAmerica is helping make agriculture stronger for today and tomorrow.

Indigo Ag is the innovative leader and trusted partner in sustainable agriculture and biological solutions. Powered by science and technology, Indigo helps farmers and agribusinesses optimize today’s yields and profitability while nourishing the soil for better tomorrows. The company’s  biotrinsic® natural microbial solutions help farmers maximize crop performance by empowering plants to combat environmental and biological stresses and improve nutrient access.  Indigo's Sustainability solutions include its carbon and sustainable crop programs that enable farmers to choose how to best profit from their sustainable practices while promoting practices that help land keep its value for future generations. Indigo is the largest and fastest growing issuer of nature-based, registry-issued agricultural soil carbon credits in the world, offering both high-quality agricultural carbon credits and scope 3 emissions reductions at scale to help corporations reach their sustainability goals. Established in 2013 and operating in 15 countries around the world, Indigo Ag turns  on-the-farm sustainable practice into value for farmers, agribusinesses, and corporations, creating a world with thriving farmers and environmentally prosperous companies.

Lessiter Media offers grower an array of publications, books, and wide array of multi-media to assist in the successful application of conservation practices on their farms. Among LM’s titles are the flagship No-Till Farmer (founded 1972) and accompanying National No-Tillage Conference (founded 1993), Strip-Till Farmer (www.striptillfarmer.com) and the National Strip-Tillage Conference, and Cover Crops Strategies (www.covercropstrategies.com) and National Cover Crop Summit.

The National Corn Growers Association (NCGA) represents nearly 40,000 dues-paying corn farmers nationwide and the interests of more than 300,000 growers who contribute through corn checkoff programs in their states. NCGA and its 50 affiliated state organizations work together to create and increase opportunities for corn growers.

The Nature Conservancy is a leading conservation organization working around the world to protect ecologically important lands and waters for nature and people.

The Agricultural Retailers Association (ARA) advocates, influences, educates and provides services to support its members in their quest to maintain a profitable business environment, adapt to a changing world and preserve their freedom to operate.

The American Farm Bureau Federation is the trusted Voice of Agriculture® and the leading grassroots membership organization advocating for all farmers, ranchers, and rural communities.

The American Soybean Association (ASA) represents U.S. soybean farmers on domestic and international policy issues important to the soybean industry. ASA has 26 affiliated state associations representing 30 soybean-producing states and more than 500,000 soybean farmers.

By farmers, for farmers, our mission is to make regenerative agriculture the standard – enriching lives, connecting supply chains, and restoring the planet. We provide robust agronomic insights that open new revenue streams for growers through the sale of carbon credits to corporations committed to sustainability. Our Better for Everybody approach ensures a seamless and profitable transition to regenerative practices.

Established in January 2024, the Conservation Ag Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering FARMERS with the practical knowledge and tools to implement conservation agriculture practices like no-till, strip-till and cover cropping — practices that improve soil health, protect water quality, and secure long-term agricultural viability.

Cotton Incorporated is a not-for-profit company providing the resources and research needed to help companies develop and market superior, innovative, and profitable cotton products. The company’s efforts are focused across every area of the cotton life cycle from fiber through finished product.

CropLife America is the national trade organization representing the nation's developers, manufacturers, formulators and distributors of plant science solutions for agriculture and pest management in the U.S.

The Illinois Corn Growers Association (ICGA)is a grassroots membership organization for corn farmers and those connected to the industry. They focus on a wide variety of educational and legislative priorities including conservation, market development, transportation, and water quality. The group sustains a notable legislative presence in Springfield, IL, and Washington, DC.

The Indiana Soybean Alliance (ISA) enhances the viability of Indiana soybean farmers by effectively investing checkoff funds to protect and promote their interests. Guided by an elected farmer board, ISA directs these investments on behalf of more than 20,000 soybean farmers across the state. Its strategic initiatives focus on market development, sustainability, value creation, and producer engagement.

The Certified Crop Adviser (CCA) and Certified Professional Agronomist (CPAg) programs of the American Society of Agronomy are the benchmarks of professionalism. The CCA certification was established in 1992 to provide a benchmark for practicing agronomy professionals in the United States and Canada.

The Minnesota Agricultural Water Quality Certification Program (MAWQCP) is a voluntary opportunity for farmers and agricultural landowners to take the lead in implementing conservation practices that protect our water and bolster economic growth. The MAWQCP showcases how certification not only improves the quality of our water, but also consistently increases profitability, to better support producers across Minnesota.

The National Association of Conservation Districts (NACD) is the 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that represents America’s 3,000 conservation districts and the 17,000 individuals who serve on their governing boards. Conservation districts are local units of government established under state law to carry out natural resource management programs at the local level. Districts work with millions of cooperating landowners and operators to help them manage and protect land and water resources on private and public lands in the United States.

Precision Risk Management is the first Approved Insurance Provider (AIP) writing policies without the use of third-party agencies. The founding of PRM cut out the complicated maze of providers. There does not need to be a middleman to get in the way of farmers and the support they need. Our team members are employed by PRM and work together to provide a better experience for customers.

The Harvey S. Firestone Memorial Library opened in 1948 as the first large American university library constructed after World War II. Roughly 1.5 million volumes were moved during the summer of 1948 from Pyne and Chancellor Green Halls, which until then had served as the University’s main library. The library building was expanded in 1971 and again in 1988 and currently has more than 70 miles (110 km) of bookshelves, making Firestone one of the largest open-stack libraries in existence. Though not the largest university library in the world, the library has more books per enrolled student than that of any other university in the United States. The building features LED lighting, a green roof, and is part of the university's sustainability objectives.

The Truax Company is a private company that provides grass seeding equipment which effectively meters and plants grass seeds at the required shallow depth. With national and international customers, Truax Company utilizes a direct market approach between the manufacturer and the customer that has been successful in keeping customer costs down and increasing communication.

NC State is a national leader in agriculture conservation research and education — working alongside public and private partners to advance innovation. For example, NC State's Agroecology Education Farm is the university's main “learning lab” where students gain hands-on experiences in sustainable and organic horticulture production, as well as various agricultural and post-harvest practices. Furthering NC State's land-grant mission, the farm also serves the surrounding community and offers workshops, farm to table events, and donates food to area nonprofits. In addition, the Center for Environmental Farming Systems (CEFS) — a partnership between NC State, NC A&T University and the NC Department of Agriculture — is one of the nation’s most impactful centers for research, extension and education in sustainable agriculture and community-based food systems.

The Indiana Corn Marketing Council (ICMC), established by the Indiana General Assembly, promotes the interests of the state’s corn growers and oversees the investment of corn checkoff funds. Seventeen voting directors guide these investments on behalf of more than 20,000 Indiana corn farmers. ICMC supports farmers through strategic initiatives focused on market development, sustainability, value creation, and producer engagement.

At Houston Engineering, Inc. (HEI) our mission is to make positive impacts to communities through collaborative partnerships and innovation. We have only accomplished this thanks to the excellent staff who serve at every level and who remain humble, commit to excellence, and focus on the needs of our clients. With offices in North Dakota, Minnesota, South Dakota, Nebraska, and Iowa, local and national clients alike seek HEI’s creative, comprehensive, workable solutions that produce results now and continue to provide value well into the future. Because at HEI, we are building for a better tomorrow.

Agri Drain Corporation is an American company focused on manufacturing and distributing high-quality, durable products for the land improvement and water management industry.