Iowa

Iowa is a state in the middle of the United States. It has some of the richest farmland in the world. Iowa grows more corn than almost any other state. The state is known for its rolling hills, small towns, and friendly people.

Land and People

About 3 million people live in Iowa. The capital and largest city is Des Moines. Iowa sits between the Mississippi River and the Missouri River. The land is mostly gently rolling plains covered with farms.

Culture and Fun Facts

The Iowa State Fair is one of the biggest and oldest state fairs in the country. Farmers in Iowa raise more hogs than any other state. Iowa also plays an important role in American elections because it holds the first caucus every four years. The state flower is the wild prairie rose.

Fun Facts

• Iowa produces more corn and hogs than almost any other state.
• The Iowa State Fair features a life-size cow carved out of butter every year.
• Iowa has more than 85,000 farms covering about 30 million acres of land.

Did You Know?

Every presidential election season, Iowa is the first state to vote in the primary process. This makes Iowa very important in choosing who runs for president.