Over 50% of IL corn is exported out of state.

Improving the Illinois, Mississippi, and Ohio River system has been an Illinois Corn Growers Association priority for almost 30 years. Waterways infrastructure gives Illinois farmers and other Illinois industries a competitive advantage over other states in transportation of grain and other agricultural products. However, in the last 50 years, these locks and dams have become dilapidated and outdated. The crumbling lock and dam system costs Illinois corn farmers every day in lost efficiency getting their product to global marketplaces. 

 

Improving our lock and dam system NOW is critical not only for Illinois farmers but also for all Illinois citizens, for our country, and for our world.

IL Corn Growers Association Board of Directors Elections Open

May 11th, 2023  |  ICGA |  Public Outreach

  Each year five directors are elected to a three-year term in districts throughout Illinois and two at-large directors are elected for a one-year term to represent farmers all over the state....

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Meet the First and Second Place IL T-shirt Contest Winners

Tara Desmond

May 11th, 2023  |  Today's News |  ICGA |  ICMB |  Public Outreach

If you missed it, IL Corn put on a t-shirt contest in April boosting creativity while showing the love of farming throughout the state.  Get to know the winners:   First Place: Jordan...

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IL Corn Sponsors 2023 Competition for Illinois’ Best Whiskey

Lindsay Mitchell

April 27th, 2023  |  Today's News |  ICMB |  Public Outreach

Craft distilleries in Illinois will once again compete for top honors at a national whiskey tasting competition sponsored by IL Corn Marketing Board. The 2023 Heartland Whiskey Competition is the...

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IL Corn Announces Scholarship Recipients

Tara Desmond

April 20th, 2023  |  Today's News |  ICGA |  Public Outreach

Five scholarships will be awarded from IL Corn Growers Association (ICGA) this year.  Included with the scholarship, recipients will also get a free one-year ICGA membership.   “We are thrilled...

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We are 96% Campaign Launches Phase Two

Lindsay Mitchell

April 7th, 2023  |  Today's News |  ICMB |  Public Outreach

The statewide “We are the 96%” campaign launched phase two this past week, with TV ads, radio ads, and digital ads hitting screens all over Illinois. The paid portion of the campaign runs April 1...

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A Much Needed Force

March 15th, 2023  |  Today's News |  Public Outreach

The farmers that power Illinois' economy   Agriculture is a driving force behind Illinois’s economy, with 75 percent of Illinois’ land area being managed by Illinois farmers.   The United...

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This Decision at the Pump Could Change Everything

Lindsay Mitchell

February 23rd, 2023  |  Today's News |  ICGA |  Ethanol |  Public Outreach

There has never been a better time to choose unleaded 88 unleaded 15, or E15 fuel at the pump.   Gas pumps aren’t unlike grocery stores, offering an abundance of choices – some of which you may...

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IL Corn’s roots run deep in Illinois Association FFA

February 22nd, 2023  |  Today's News |  ICGA |  Public Outreach

IL Corn positions farmers to create and capture profit opportunities, preserve their independence, and prosper for generations. There’s one overarching investment that never disappoints, and that...

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Export Engine Drives Illinois Economy

Lindsay Mitchell

February 16th, 2023  |  Today's News |  Public Outreach

Family farmers and free trade agreements are behind the wheel Exporting goods is big business for Illinois, built on highly effective freight logistics like rail and river systems that allow for...

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Illinois Farmers Win NCGA Field of Corn Photo Contests

Tara Desmond

February 14th, 2023  |  Today's News |  ICGA |  ICMB |  Public Outreach |  Conservation

National Corn Growers Association has been doing a photo contest for the past 9 years and IL Corn is thrilled to congratulate this year’s Illinois farmer winners. With eight different photo...

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Saving Private Farmers

Lindsay Mitchell

February 9th, 2023  |  Today's News |  ICGA |  ICMB |  Public Outreach

Illinois farmers get real about industry challenges and urgent needs With only two percent of the population actively farming, but that same population empowering a multi-million dollar impact to...

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Legislative Team Strengthens Voice for Farmers

Haley Bickelhaupt

February 1st, 2023  |  Today's News |  ICGA |  Public Outreach |  Legislation & Regulation |  Farm Policy

With fewer lawmakers representing rural America in Congress and in the state legislature, it is more important than ever for farmers to be well represented in Washington D.C. and at our state...

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Corn Grower Leaders, Joined by Administration and Congressional Officials, Warn of Consequences from Mexico Decree, Call for Swift Action

January 31st, 2023  |  Today's News |  ICGA |  Public Outreach |  Legislation & Regulation

In a briefing for members of Congress and staff today, corn farmer leaders told U.S. officials to continue to hold the line with Mexico over a proposed ban that would block most U.S. corn imports...

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Top IL Corn Videos of 2022

Tara Desmond

January 5th, 2023  |  Today's News |  ICGA |  ICMB |  Public Outreach

Social Media has changed the way the world sees companies and brands.  Videos are a medium that has skyrocketed over the last couple decades and IL Corn is making sure to keep up.    Reaching a...

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Year of the Farmer Campaign Launches Feb 12 During Football’s Biggest Game

Lindsay Mitchell

December 20th, 2022  |  Today's News |  ICMB |  Public Outreach

A coalition of Illinois farm associations are joining together to make 2023 the Year of the Farmer with a statewide campaign that launches February 12 during football’s biggest game.   The...

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10 Gift Ideas from IL Corn

Tara Desmond

December 8th, 2022  |  Today's News |  ICGA |  ICMB |  Biotechnology |  Public Outreach

Looking for a last minute gift idea?         First - Don't forget last year's gifts.         Then check out 5 gifts related to corn AND 5 gifts to help you on the farm. 5 Gifts Related to Corn...

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IL Corn Continues to Support Pork Donations in IL

IL Pork Producers Association

December 2nd, 2022  |  Today's News |  ICMB |  Livestock |  Public Outreach

As part of Pork Power: Partnering to Fight Hunger in Illinois campaign, the Illinois Pork Producers Association (IPPA) has donated close to 1 MILLION POUNDS of pork to food banks since 2008. IL...

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IL Corn Growers Association Announces New Scholarship Program

Tara Desmond

November 15th, 2022  |  Today's News |  ICGA |  Public Outreach

IL Corn Growers Association (ICGA) is excited to announce a new scholarship program for students choosing to pursue a degree in the agriculture field.  The submission period for the scholarship...

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Illinois Corn and Soybean Farmers Fuel IHSA Football Championships

Lindsay Mitchell

November 1st, 2022  |  Today's News |  ICMB |  Public Outreach

Illinois corn and soybean farmers are fueling the Illinois High School Association (IHSA) football championships this fall – literally. This week, after pairings were announced and brackets were...

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9 Games to Play on the Farm With Children

Tara Desmond

October 25th, 2022  |  Today's News |  Public Outreach

While there are plenty of ways for your kids, grandkids or visiting relatives to join in on harvest with ride-alongs and chores, here are some random activities for fun they can play on the farm -...

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