Fighting for Corn Farmer Priorities in D.C.

Lyndi Allen
September 18, 2025

IL Corn Pushes Policy Solutions to Strengthen the Farm Economy

Justin Moore and Jon Hurst
Lyndi Allen, Justin Moore, and Joe Alexander
RFA Policy Council Director, Jared Mullendore, Lyndi Allen, Justin Moore, and RFA Senior Vice President, Troy Brendenkamp
Rep. Jimmy Panetta
Rep. Adrian Smith
Rep. Dusty Johnson

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.

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Illinois Corn Farmers Advocate in Washington D.C.

By Lyndi Allen • March 19, 2026
The Illinois congressional delegation understands Illinois corn farmers’ priorities and challenges better this week after meeting with ICGA leaders in Washington, D.C.
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Soil Health Without Sacrificing Profit

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By Tara Desmond • March 12, 2026
AI is transforming agriculture from autonomous tractors to crop AI tools but farmers remain essential to the future of ag.
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