Welcome to Illinois Corn

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Agriculture is Illinois largest industry, contributing billions of dollars to the state's economy each year. And corn is the largest contributor, providing food, feed, fiber and fuel. The corn industry helps sustain thriving processing, manufacturing, export and livestock sectors in our economy. In fact, the Illinois Corn Growers Association (ICGA) and Illinois Corn Marketing Board (ICMB) make their home in McLean County, IL, the top producing corn county in the entire nation yielding 77 million bushels of the total state production of 2.3 billion bushels in 2007. The Illinois Corn Growers Association works to constantly improve the business climate and policy environment for corn production at the...

 

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Infrastructure Isn't Sexy, It's Just Vital: Why the New Administration Must Fix Our Locks and Dams

The Pittsburgh Post published at letter from the Truth About Trade organization this week which cuts straight to the heart of the need for river transportation system upgrades.  The letter follows, and every time you see Pittsburgh, insert Mississippi River Valley or...

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Cheap Corn Cartel Still Blaming Corn for High Food Prices

The coalition of folks pining for lower corn prices, anchored by the Grocery Manufacturers Association, launched yet another wave of attacks on corn and ethanol at a news conference in Washington, DC today.  They continue to attempt to prove a link between higher corn...

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Illinois Farm Economics Summit Set

The "incredible roller coaster ride" of Illinois agriculture in the past year and future twists and turns will be addressed in a series of meetings throughout Illinois in December, sponsored by University of Illinois Extension.   "The Profitability of...

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2008 Farm Bill

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Farm Bill Calculators Provided to Membership

All members will receive a copy of the Farm Bill Calculator in the mail which will collect data about your particular operation and analyze which Farm Bill program will work best for you.

For updates to the Calculator as USDA Rule-making occurs, visit the farmdoc website. (currently no update available)

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Upcoming Events

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2008 Illinois Commodity Conference

Energy & The Future:  A Closer Look at Food, Feed & Fuel

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