CALS Study Abroad Office- Iowa State University

Thanks everyone for following along the first couple days of the Farms, Food, and Fuji study abroad in Japan!

Special thanks to Dr. Laura Greiner and Dr. Justin Brown for leading and organizing the trip.

We spent 14 days abroad learning about Japanese agriculture. We traveled all over the country, from east coast to west coast and everywhere in between. Some highlights include visiting Global Pig, Shibata Packers, a wagyu beef farm, a tea farm, strawberry farm, wasabi farm, rice farm, mushroom farm, and vegetable farm. We also got to be tourists and visit places like shibata castle, the Kyoto shrine, Shibuya, imperial palace, a sumo show, and plenty of markets and shops. Of course, we had great food as well, which was a cherry on top.

I am very grateful for the opportunity to study abroad and encourage everyone to experience one! Feel free to reach out if you have any questions!

Josh Wiley

The application deadline for the Tropical Agriculture and Culture in Ghana program has been EXTENDED!

This travel course explores tropical farming systems across three of Ghana’s ecological zones, covering livestock and crop production, agroforestry, wildlife ecology, and Ghanaian culture. Students will engage in class lectures, service projects, and visits to farms, research institutes, and universities.

Applications are due Saturday, May 30, 2026. A 3-credit pre-departure course, AGRON 4960, will be offered during the Fall 2026 semester. Travel will take place January 3rd to 18th, 2027.

Apply via this link: https://studyabroad.cals.iastate.edu/programs/tropical-agriculture-and-culture-ghana-winter-break