Hailing from Wonewoc, Wisconsin, Ana Roehling is a senior at Iowa State University double majoring in animal science and international agriculture. Growing up showing livestock sparked her passion for the agriculture industry, and that foundation has continued to guide her academic and career path. 
While the animal agriculture industry was her starting point, Ana has found a deep love for the agronomy realm as well, using her strong background in animal nutrition to understand crops from a different perspective. Her hands-on experience includes an internship in meat processing, as well as a biologicals internship with Growmark New Century FS, where she learned firsthand how animal nutrition and crop health work together.
On campus, she has stayed actively involved through NAMA, Block and Bridle, and the Agricultural Business Club. With her main involvement being in Block and Bridle, she has served various leadership positions including Goat Interest Group, Spring Spectacular, and Cake Auction.
One of the most impactful aspects of her college experience was studying abroad in Thessaloniki, Greece in the spring of 2025 at the American Farm School. There, she took agriculture-focused courses such as viticulture (grape production), olive oil production, Greek food, and several others. These courses broadened her perspective on global agriculture, allowing her to witness first-hand the practices and techniques that other countries use in agriculture. Additionally, Ana traveled to other countries each weekend, visiting with agricultural companies, site-seeing, and learning about European history and culture.
When choosing Iowa State and the animal science program, she knew the university and department’s reputation for excellence in agriculture would offer opportunities beyond what she could find at home. The strong animal science program aligned perfectly with her passion for the industry.
As she approaches graduation, she advises students to utilize the resources that the program and university have to offer. “Don’t be afraid to reach out for help. Use the help room, supplemental instruction, and your peers.” She said, “If you think you’ve exhausted every option, there’s always one more.”
After graduation, Ana will begin her career with Landus as a sales representative in Iowa, working directly with producers and growers.