Why Advocacy Matters

Lyndi Allen
June 27, 2025

From the Field to the Floor: Farmers’ Voices Are Shaping Policy

From Springfield to D.C., lawmakers are listening, and Illinois corn farmers are leading the conversations. Whether it's testifying before Congress, hosting legislators on the farm, or building relationships in the statehouse, IL Corn’s PAC helps ensure that your voice is heard where decisions are made. This month’s stories prove that showing up, speaking out, and supporting IL Corn’s PAC makes a real difference for farmers across Illinois. Every farmer’s voice helps plant the seeds of progress.

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Wonder Woman in the Corn Belt: A Conversation with IL Corn's Megan Dwyer

By Tara Desmond • July 1, 2026
Seven years ago, Megan Dwyer joined the IL Corn team and if you know Megan, you know she doesn't do anything halfway.
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ICGA Praises USDA Rule, Continues Advocating for Book & Claim Approach

By Lindsay Croke • June 26, 2026
The IL Corn Growers Association (ICGA) and our farmer leaders feel overwhelmingly positive after their review of the USDA Regenerative Feedstock Rule today
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Illinois Schools: Bring Pollinator Education to Your Campus

By Pearl McDade • June 25, 2026
Support pollinators in Illinois schools with free milkweed seeds, hands-on STEM learning, and real-world agriculture and conservation lessons.
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Illinois Corn Farmer Speaks Out on the Importance of USMCA for Ag

By Lyndi Allen • June 25, 2026
Illinois Corn Farmer, Matt Raben, Speaks Out on the Importance of U.S. Mexico Canada Agreement (USMCA) for Agriculture by sharing U.S. corn export numbers to Canada and Mexico
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From Fields to Foam: How Corn Shows Up in Your Soap

By Pearl McDade • June 25, 2026
Illinois corn powers renewable soap ingredients, from foaming cleansers to starches, oils, and ethanol.
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USMCA Works for America

By Lyndi Allen • June 24, 2026
The U.S. – Mexico – Canada Agreement (USMCA) has been delivering real results for American families, farmers, and businesses since 2020.
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