Farmers for Free Trade

Lyndi Allen
September 25, 2025

What is Farmers for Free Trade?

Farmers for Free Trade is a bipartisan, nonprofit organization comprised of farmers, ranchers, ag businesses, and ag organizations that support ag trade. Farmers for Free Trade is dedicated to ensuring the voices of American farmers and ranchers are heard on trade issues.


To further share the importance of their message, Farmers for Free Trade is on the road for #MotorcadeForTrade —a 14-state tour across America. The motorcade stopped at IL Corn to talk with farmers and industry professionals to further spread the message that trade access is essential for the farm economy.


Illinois corn farmers were able to connect, talk about their farms, and discuss why trade matters to them. Local media came to listen in on the discussion and conduct interviews with the farmers.


Visit and follow along the Farmers for Free Trade’s journey:

Rep. Darin LaHood, Cliff Lane, and Mike Shane
By Lyndi Allen July 23, 2026
There are some common misconceptions that farmers want all lawmakers to understand about farming and agriculture.
Illinois Farmer Ron Miller
By Tara Desmond July 23, 2026
Learn how Illinois farmer Leslie Miller helped pioneer anhydrous ammonia use, transforming corn production and shaping modern nutrient management.
thumbnail of Rod Weinzierl
By Tara Desmond July 23, 2026
Rod Weinzierl breaks down what IL Corn really does — from crop insurance breakthroughs to river infrastructure to advice for the next generation of farmers.
Nicole (York) Racey
By Pearl McDade July 22, 2026
Nicole Racey reflects on her internship with IL Corn, her career in higher education, favorite memories, and advice for IL Corn interns
Tara Harvesting
By Tara Desmond July 22, 2026
Tara Barrett-Duzan left journalism to save her family's farm after tragedy struck twice - a story now told in the documentary "The Farmer's Daughter."
cover crops in an Illinois field
July 16, 2026
2026 Cover Crop Coupon is here. New seed suppliers and application discounts give Illinois farmers more options to save on conservation practices.
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