ICA Lead on CRP Reform at NCBA Summer Business Meeting

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ICA Lead on CRP Reform at NCBA Summer Business Meeting

| July 28, 2026

Contact: Iowa Cattlemen's Association, 515-296-2266, Contact Us.

The Iowa Cattlemen's Association (ICA) continues to deliver results for Iowa cattle producers, both in Iowa and across the nation.

At the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association (NCBA) Summer Business Meeting held in Denver, Colorado, earlier this month, ICA led successful efforts to strengthen national policy in two critical areas:

Conservation & Grazing: ICA led the way on the update and modernization of NCBA’s Conservation Reserve Program (CRP) policy along with Kansas, Illinois, and Wisconsin. The policy amendment focused on giving NCBA stronger direction to support grazing as a primary conservation tool within CRP, driving marginal land to become long-term pasture, and advocating for cost-share tools to be extended to enrollees to ensure grazing infrastructure is supported.

Equipment & Regulations: ICA and the Kansas Livestock Association were the leading drivers behind new NCBA policy directing advocacy for the removal of diesel exhaust fluid (DEF) systems without penalty, eliminating selective catalytic reduction (SCR) systems, and opposing any future regulation/legislation that uses Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) systems.

“These policy victories reflect the priorities Iowa cattle producers have been bringing forward for years," said ICA President Craig Moss. "Whether it's expanding grazing opportunities through CRP or reducing unnecessary regulatory burdens on producers, our members are helping shape policies that support the long-term success of the cattle industry. We're proud to lead these conversations and ensure Iowa producers have a strong voice at the national level."

As Congress continues its work on the Farm Bill, the opportunity to advance these priorities has never been stronger. ICA is committed to ensuring CRP benefits both the environment and cattle producers by expanding grazing opportunities and supporting long-term pasture as we rebuild the nation's cow herd. At the same time, our strong relationships with federal agencies and policymakers position us to continue reducing unnecessary regulatory burdens that limit producers' ability to operate efficiently.

These victories demonstrate what a strong, producer-led association can accomplish. ICA members don't just react to policy. They help shape it. And our work is not finished. ICA will continue building on this momentum to ensure the voice of Iowa’s cattle producers remains influential.