ISA's Ag Urban Leadership Initiative is looking for Iowans who would like to shape the future direction of our state. Applications for the 2011 Ag Urban Leadership class are now being accepted. The program, sponsored by the Iowa Soybean Association and Heartland Co-op, brings together community leaders from agricultural and urban professions and encourages them to further develop their leadership skills while seeking opportunities to improve Iowan’s quality of life.
 
Applications may be submitted from now until Oct. 1, 2010. The first of five class meetings will convene in November 2010. The group will meet at a variety of Iowa locations on dates throughout the year that won’t interfere with farm work or family vacations. The class will conclude in September 2011.
 
If you have a passion for Iowa and what makes living here great, and if you are interested in extending your leadership abilities beyond your home community, consider getting involved with the Iowa Soybean Association Ag Urban Leadership Initiative. Learn more by calling 515-251-8640 and asking for Val Plagge or Carol Balvanz, or check out the Ag Urban Web site at www.ag-urbanleadership.com for more information and an application form.