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.

Collin Watters at podium
By Tara Desmond September 18, 2025
IL Corn joined the U.S. Grains & BioProducts Council and Illinois Economic Development Association on a Japan trade mission, strengthening global markets for Illinois corn and ethanol and fostering new opportunities for farmers.
Winners
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An air filter made from corn? That's right -- this company and more are coming up with innovative solutions using corn.
photo of two whiskey barrels
By Tara Desmond September 11, 2025
Bob Windy is on IL Corn TV sharing his story from corn to whiskey!
Roger and Luke outside of cornfield
By Tara Desmond September 11, 2025
Story of Roger Sy and how he chose his neighbor Luke to take over his farm when he retired.
Gasoline price display: Ethanol at $3.349, regular unleaded at $3.799, unleaded at $3.849, plus at $4.149, and super unleaded at $4.449.
By Lyndi Allen September 10, 2025
Push to Protect Farmers and Fuel Demand. Renewable fuels are about giving farmers a stronger market, help drivers save at the pump, and move our country toward energy independence.
photo of DC
By Lindsay Croke September 9, 2025
The IL Corn Growers Association praised the Make America Healthy Again Commission’s strategy report for recognizing the role pesticides play in conservation, soil health, and no-till practices while reaffirming EPA’s role in pesticide review.
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