AgState
Cherokee, IA
AgState was formed in 2021, building on a strong cooperative legacy that spans more than a century. Committed to long-term sustainability, AgState takes pride in being a founding member of ACWA.
With locations in 14 northwest Iowa counties, AgState serves farmland that directly influences key watersheds outlined in the Iowa Nutrient Reduction Strategy. This highlights the importance of responsible land stewardship, as upstream actions directly impact downstream water quality.
AgState supports farmers with agronomic expertise, grain marketing, feed, and energy solutions. Through precision technology —such as variable rate applications and manure management planning— AgState enhances sustainable land management and helps reduce nutrient runoff, aligning with ACWA’s mission. By collaborating with ACWA, industry partners, and rural communities, AgState is actively working toward improved water quality and sustainable farming practices.
To further support conservation efforts, AgState has partnered with ACWA to embed a conservation agronomist within its team. Recognizing that every farm is unique, AgState’s agronomists and conservation agronomist work closely with farmers to provide customized conservation strategies that align with individual management plans.
As a leader in sustainable agriculture, AgState takes pride in supporting water quality initiatives and responsible agricultural practices that benefit our environment, communities and the future of agriculture.