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.

photo of two whiskey barrels
By Tara Desmond September 11, 2025
Bob Windy is on IL Corn TV sharing his story from corn to whiskey!
Roger and Luke outside of cornfield
By Tara Desmond September 11, 2025
Story of Roger Sy and how he chose his neighbor Luke to take over his farm when he retired.
Gasoline price display: Ethanol at $3.349, regular unleaded at $3.799, unleaded at $3.849, plus at $4.149, and super unleaded at $4.449.
By Lyndi Allen September 10, 2025
Push to Protect Farmers and Fuel Demand. Renewable fuels are about giving farmers a stronger market, help drivers save at the pump, and move our country toward energy independence.
photo of DC
By Lindsay Croke September 9, 2025
The IL Corn Growers Association praised the Make America Healthy Again Commission’s strategy report for recognizing the role pesticides play in conservation, soil health, and no-till practices while reaffirming EPA’s role in pesticide review.
US Capitol building in soft light, seen through golden grasses.
By Lyndi Allen September 4, 2025
The 2025 Farm Bill—the most important piece of legislation that shapes farmers’ bottom lines—will determine programs from crop insurance safety nets to market expanding programs for exports
Governor of Illinois shaking hands with IL Corn board director
By Lindsay Croke September 4, 2025
IL Corn and Illinois Soybean Association highlighted farmer ROI, conservation, trade, and demand drivers at the 2025 Farm Progress Show—connecting with thousands of farmers, industry leaders, and policymakers.
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