June - July Highlights Annual Report

Building Future Advocates: ICGA + FFA in Washington, D.C.
ICGA remains committed to a mission to Washington, DC with Illinois FFA leaders, helping the next generation understand federal policy and giving students firsthand experience meeting lawmakers, agency staff, and national ag partners. This ongoing partnership strengthens future advocacy capacity and ensures young agricultural voices are heard in D.C.
Infrastructure & Export Advocacy
ICGA maintained steady pressure on Congress and federal agencies to fund locks and dams modernization—critical to Illinois’ export competitiveness and the nearly half of Illinois corn that relies on the river system.
Summer Member & Legislator Outreach
Throughout June and July, ICGA continued on-farm visits, district meetings, and summer ag events, deepening relationships with legislators and reinforcing the challenges of the current farm financial environment.

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New IL Corn TV: How Trade Shapes Illinois Corn

By Tara Desmond • June 18, 2026

What Illinois Farmers Should Know About the People Opening Global Doors for Their Grain

Managing Gray Leaf Spot: Timing Fungicides for Maximum Return

By Matt from Becks • June 18, 2026

Fungicide Timing and Today's Disease Challenges

How Illinois Farmers Are Fighting Hunger Close to Home

By Tara Desmond • June 18, 2026

In honor of National Dairy Month, Illinois farmers and IL Corn helped deliver thousands of pounds of milk to food-insecure families.

Rooted Since the 1850s: Evan Leeper

By Lyndi Allen • June 17, 2026

Meet Evan Leeper, a fifth-generation farmer working ground in Macon County that his family has farmed since the 1850s. A former infantryman who farms alongside his father and brother-in-law.

USDA Invests $125 Million in Ag Research Facilities

By Lyndi Allen • June 17, 2026

U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins announced a historic $125 million annual investment in agricultural research infrastructure across America, an opportunity for Illinois Universities

Corn to Cup: How Field Corn Becomes Plastic

By Pearl McDade • June 12, 2026

Explore how corn is converted into PLA bioplastic for cups, food packaging, and 3D printing as demand grows for sustainable materials.