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This resolution recognizes the significant contributions of Iowa's agricultural sector during National Agriculture Week (March 16-22) and Iowa Agriculture Week. The resolution highlights key agricultural statistics from the 2022 Census of Agriculture, noting that Iowa has 86,911 farms covering 30 million acres, with over 95% owned by families. It emphasizes Iowa's national leadership in agricultural production, ranking first in corn, hogs, eggs, and ethanol production, and generating $46.6 billion in agricultural cash receipts in 2022. The resolution also points out unique trends, such as Iowa experiencing a 1% increase in farms (contrasting with the national decline) and having 50,263 female producers representing 33% of the state's producers. The document celebrates agriculture's importance, recognizes this year's National Agriculture Week theme "Agriculture: Together We Grow," and encourages understanding of how food, fuel, fiber, and pharmaceuticals are produced. Additionally, the resolution formally recognizes March 16-22 as National Agriculture Week, honors Iowa agricultural leaders, and directs a copy of the resolution to be sent to the Agriculture Council of America, ultimately aiming to raise awareness about the critical role of agriculture in Iowa's economy and way of life.

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