Mike Naig

Mike Naig is a candidate for Secretary of Agriculture Iowa Primary Election in 2026 in Statewide, Iowa.

Incumbent Secretary of Agriculture in Des Moines, IA

Also running: Chris Jones.

Mike Naig is the incumbent Republican Secretary of Agriculture for Iowa, first elected in 2018 and reelected in 2022, having previously served as deputy agriculture secretary. He focuses on building markets for Iowa farmers, enhancing conservation practices for water quality and soil health, and supporting agricultural growth. Naig championed legislative wins including a historic investment in clean water and the comprehensive, bipartisan Iowa Farm Act, aiming to expand economic opportunities and reduce regulatory burdens. After initially considering a 2026 gubernatorial bid, he chose to seek reelection as agriculture secretary, stating there is "still work to be done growing our state and economy."