Rep. Sonya Harper and IL Corn Welcomed the Republic of Congo
Lyndi Allen
May 15, 2025

Representative Sonya Harper, House Agriculture Committee Chair and IL Corn Director Shane Gray welcomed a delegation from the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) of Congolese Governors and agriculture officials this week to Sangamon County. This delegation includes Governor Mukendi Bukasa Crispin, Governor Kambulu Nkonko, and Governor Mbwebwa Kapo and many members of provincial governments of DRC.
This delegation came to learn more about our soil and nutrient management practices along with our logistics systems in American agriculture. Rep. Harper wanted to facilitate meetings and activities to showcase the sector here in our state.
We appreciated the opportunity to promote our products and technology with these leaders!