"International trade is becoming more and more important to Iowans regardless if they choose a career on our farms or in our cities," Grassley said. "This comprehensive plan, which brings local businesses together with college programs, could not be a better way to prepare our students and civic leaders."
Western Iowa Tech Community College is entering into a partnership with the Siouxland International Trade Council, the Small Business Development Center, the Iowa Economic Development and the U.S. Department of Commerce. The partners propose a comprehensive two-year plan to promote the development of international trade activities in northwest Iowa.