IL Corn Reviews Final Herbicide Strategy

IL Corn staff is actively reviewing the Final Herbicide Strategy released on August 20, 2024. This strategy is part of the EPA's efforts to comply with a court ruling mandating alignment with the Endangered Species Act. Throughout this process, IL Corn has collaborated closely with the U.S. EPA and U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service to offer input and suggestions.

While our review is ongoing, we're pleased to note several positive changes in the mitigation requirements for farmers within the final strategy. This review coincides with the public comment period for the Draft Insecticide Strategy, with comments due by September 23, 2024.

For questions, more information, or to share your suggestions, please reach out to Megan Dwyer at mdwyer@ilcorn.org.

< Older Post

Award winners from 2025 ICGA Annual Meeting

ICGA Annual Meeting: November 24 in Bloomington, IL

By Lindsay Croke • October 30, 2026

IL Corn's Annual Meeting to be Held 11/24

collin and jared

How IL Corn’s FFA Partnership Is Building the Next Generation of Ag Advocates

By Brownfield & Tara • October 29, 2026

Illinois FFA State VP Collin Johnson shares how the IL Corn checkoff partnership builds the next generation of ag advocates.

Sharon Chung, Gracie Pierson, and Rod Weinzierl

Illinois Farmers Connect with Legislators Across the State

By Lyndi Allen • October 29, 2026

IL Corn Growers Association (ICGA) connected with lawmakers and candidates this month through farm visits, renewable fuel events and bioeconomy investments.

sky

Illinois Air Quality: Where Corn Fits Into the Picture

By Aerterra and Tara Desmond • October 29, 2026

Illinois ranks 48th for air quality but indoor air is often worse. See how corn-based ethanol and PLA air filters help Illinois breathe easier.

picture of corn at harvest

6 Farmers Share Harvest Memories

By Tara Desmond • October 29, 2026

6 Illinois farmers share memories during harvest

Rep. Eric Sorensen hosting an E15 press event with IL Corn and Illinois Farm Bureau

Illinois Gas Prices Highlight the Benefits of Ethanol

By Lyndi Allen • October 29, 2026

Illinois drivers face higher gas prices than the national average. Learn how ethanol and year-round E15 access could lower costs, support farmers, and boost demand for Illinois corn.