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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IL Corn Welcomes Summer Intern

By Pearl McDade • May 29, 2026

IL Corn welcomes summer intern Pearl McDade

Panel of Farmers at Fed Up Event in Texas

Farmers welcome FTC’s investigation into fertilizer industry pricing practices

By Tara Desmond • May 28, 2026

IL Corn farmers support FTC investigation into fertilizer pricing, calling for transparency, competition, and relief from rising input costs.

From Iowa State to Brazil: One Farmer's Journey Home

By Tara Desmond • May 28, 2026

Brazilian agronomist Yara shares her journey from Iowa State to a 2,400-acre family farm and how the Global Farmer Network is uniting farmers worldwide.

Meet John Klemm: An IL Corn TV Host

By Tara Desmond • May 28, 2026

Meet John Klemm - 5th-generation Illinois farmer, IL Corn TV host, coffee addict, and the guy who can't stop quoting the Menard's jingle.

The Myth of “Corn Sweat” and Heat Waves

By Tara Desmond • May 28, 2026

Does “corn sweat” cause heat waves? 🌽 Learn the science behind the Midwest myth and why weather systems - not corn - drive extreme heat.

A Gentleman, a Teacher, a Farmer: Remembering Ted Mottaz

By Tara Desmond • May 28, 2026

Remembering Ted Mottaz: a farmer, teacher, veteran, and IL Corn leader whose legacy of service and stewardship lives on.