Congressman Sorensen Addresses Illinois Farmers Concerns

Lyndi Allen
November 13, 2025

Congressman Sorensen responds to the district 17 farmers' concerns about the challenges and opportunities they face in today’s farm economy. He touches on key issues like tariffs, rising input costs, and protecting family farms.


Be on the lookout for a video featuring your representative soon!


If you have any questions that you would like to ask your representative, email lallen@ilcorn.org.

Rows of green crops growing in a field under a blue sky.
By Lyndi Allen December 4, 2025
As part of our continued commitment to help farmers manage risk, protect soil health, and stretch every dollar, the IL Corn Growers Association is proud to continue the Cover Crop Coupon Program
North American map with handshake, flags of Canada, USA, and Mexico, with corn.
By Lyndi Allen December 4, 2025
More than 100 House Representatives wrote to a top Trump administration trade official Thursday to argue the U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement has benefited U.S. agriculture exports.
Ellen Rahn Spotlight
By Tara Desmond December 2, 2025
Illinois Corn Growers spotlight Ellen Rahn, a Mt. Carroll farmer and leader whose dedication, advocacy, and family-focused operation strengthen Illinois agriculture.
Nick and his son
By Tara Desmond November 26, 2025
Whiskey Acres’ latest award showcases the full farm-to-bottle story—growing Illinois corn, distilling it on the farm, and crafting a premium, award-winning spirit. IL Corn celebrates this win as a strong example of how farmers can add value beyond the field and highlight the quality of Illinois-grown grain.
cover crops
By Rosalie Trump / PCM November 26, 2025
PCM partners with Kraft Heinz
Green field, showing areas of flattened plants, likely due to wind or lodging.
By Lyndi Allen November 25, 2025
The American Relief Act, 2025, provides more than $16 billion in disaster relief payments to producers who suffered revenue, quality or production losses to crops in calendar years 2023 and 2024.
Show More