Fighting for Corn Farmer Priorities in D.C.

Lyndi Allen
September 18, 2025

IL Corn Pushes Policy Solutions to Strengthen the Farm Economy

This week, IL Corn advocated for Illinois corn farmers on Capitol Hill in Washington, DC. National Corn Growers Association (NCGA) hosted all the corn states to advocate for corn farmers by meeting with legislative staff and agency officials on behalf of corn farmers. With the farm income declining and the ag economy under stress, these conversations emphasize their impact during this critical time.



IL Corn advocated for policies surrounding the use of higher blends of ethanol (like E15), increased international market demand, and the Farm Bill.


IL Corn continues to advocate for Illinois corn farmers, especially as harvest begins and markets remain uncertain.

Cliff Lane with Tara
By Tara Desmond October 2, 2025
While harvesting Cliff talks about his operation and conservation practices
Maren outside Franklin, IL
By Tara Desmond October 2, 2025
Maren, from Norway, tells her story about becoming an exchange student to a Franklin, Illinois family - the Thompsons
farmers in dc
By Tara Desmond October 2, 2025
An Illinois farmer - Lance -- tells the story of his experience in IL Corn's GROW Program.
U.S. Capitol Building with cloudy sky overhead.
By Lyndi Allen October 1, 2025
When the federal government shuts down, farmers feel the effects in their fields, finances, and futures. Government programs through the USDA can hurt farmers when not operating.
Dan Parker, Gabriel Mendoza: Consul for Economic and Cultural Affairs, Ambassador Reyna Torres: Cons
By Lyndi Allen October 1, 2025
Last week, IL Corn leaders Art Bunting and Dan Parker attended a series of trade meetings in Chicago that focused on trade relationships and the importance of agricultural exports.
Assortment of packaged food products arranged in front of a cornfield background.
By Lyndi Allen October 1, 2025
What the Make America Healthy Again Commission means for Agriculture in regards to pesticides, crop inputs, and high-fructose corn syrup
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