Iowa [IA] - USA

Iowa - a state in the central United States, often considered the heart of the American Midwest. Iowa borders six other states and is characterized by a gently rolling agricultural landscape, rivers, small towns and a strong connection to the land and nature. To the north, Iowa borders Minnesota, and to the east, across the Mississippi River, lie Wisconsin and Illinois. To the south, Iowa meets Missouri, while Nebraska spreads out to the west, separated by the Missouri River. In the far northwest, Iowa shares a border with South Dakota. The capital and largest city is Des Moines, which is also an important political and economic center in the region. Iowa has approximately 3.2 million residents and a long history of agricultural production, especially of corn, soy and meat production, making the state one of the most productive agricultural regions in the United States. However, despite its rural identity, Iowa is also home to advanced manufacturing. Culturally, Iowa offers a blend of Midwestern hospitality, rural tradition and modern innovation. Festivals, markets and agricultural fairs are organized here, while the state is home to several universities, theaters and music events. education, biotechnology and a growing tech segment.