Reaching & Teaching Consumers in IL

August 2, 2022
A poster that says let 's clear up any confusion about corn used as fuel for ethanol and how to choose it at the pump

What is Unleaded 88? 87? What's all this about E15? Many people are still confused about what's in their gas and myths still run wild throughout the world on ethanol. IL Corn works hard to debunk myths and provide some education around gas. Here's one way we are doing that:

 

A new advertising campaign targeted to younger Chicago consumers touts the benefits of Unleaded 88/E15, including being better for your engine, your wallet and our planet. Ads will run on radio stations during morning and afternoon drive time and weather reports, on the popular GasBuddy app, streaming TV services and on social media channels including YouTube and Facebook throughout August. An updated website landing page provides consumers additional information and clears up any confusion about the plant-based fuel compared to traditional gasoline.

graphic of a furnace filter made from corn
By Tara Desmond November 19, 2025
Discover how Aerterra is transforming U.S. corn into high-performance, PFAS-free furnace filters and redefining clean air with renewable, bio-based materials.
Ducks
By Lyndi Allen November 13, 2025
Ducks Unlimited partners with Illinois farmers—helping them “farm the best and conserve the rest.”
Ritter Family and
By Tara Desmond November 13, 2025
A sixth-generation Illinois farmer shares how his community and Farm Rescue rallied after a tragic grain bin accident — from neighbors harvesting 1,000 acres in one day to volunteers providing critical help during harvest.
U.S. Capitol Building in Washington, D.C., with a sunset in the background. White building, blue sky.
By Lyndi Allen November 13, 2025
The federal government has officially reopened after weeks of shutdown, restoring vital services and stability for farmers across the country.
Congressman Sorensen
By Lyndi Allen November 13, 2025
Congressman Sorensen responds to the district 17 farmers' concerns about the challenges and opportunities they face in today’s farm economy.
headshot of CHris Gould
By Tara Desmond November 10, 2025
This Veterans Day, IL Corn honors farmer and Navy veteran Chris Gould, who served from 1991–2001 and now runs his family farm in Illinois. Nearly 9% of U.S. farmers are veterans continuing their service through agriculture.
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