LAST MINUTE REGULATION REDUCTION IN CONGRESS'S NEW TRANSPORTATION BILL
With today being the final legislative day for Congress before the 4th of July break, one would expect it to be a busy day with last minute legislation coming to the table. It lived up to...
MoreFARM, ENERGY, TECHNOLOGY GROUPS DESCRIBE FUEL ECONOMY STANDARDS AS ?EURoeRISK TO RURAL ECONOMY?EUR?
Illinois Corn works towards increased market opportunity for ethanol every day, knowing that a growing ethanol market means increased profitability for Illinois farmers. Efforts to increase the...
MoreKENNY WALLACE AND FAMILY FARMERS TAKE CENTER STAGE IN KENTUCKY
"Family Farmers" take center stage again this weekend in Kentucky in front of millions of NASCAR fans as race car driver and sportscaster Kenny Wallace drives the No. 99 Family Farmers car. The...
MoreCHINESE ANTI-DUMPING INVESTIGATION TERMINATED
Last week, China’s Ministry of Commerce terminated the anti-dumping investigation against U.S. dried distillers grains with solubles. IL Corn thanks their partner, the U.S. Grains Council, for...
MoreSEND YOUR FRIENDS, NEIGHBORS, AND ELECTED OFFICIALS TO WATCHUSGROW.ORG
As the U.S. House of Representatives is expected to take up the 2012 Farm Bill in the near term, it’s more important than ever that we broaden the coalition of people that support farmers and...
MoreFARM BILL 2012: SUMMARY OF SENATE VERSION PASSED JUNE 21
Thank you to everyone that called and emailed your Senators over the past two days. Your willingness to contact Senators Durbin and Kirk and to offer your input on the proposed amendments to the...
MoreILLINOIS CORN APPLAUDS SENATE FOR PASSING FARM BILL
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: Lindsay Mitchell (309) 557-3257 BLOOMINGTON, Ill.—...
MoreAMERICANS NEED RENEWABLE FUEL
Here’s the straight story. The Renewable Fuels Standard was passed in 2006 to lessen our dependence on foreign oil and to create energy security for our country. A great side benefit was that...
MoreCALL YOUR SENATORS TODAY!
Farm Bill debate has started. With several amendments up for debate that could change the integrity of the Farm Bill, it is time to contact your Senators to let them know which amendments you...
MoreE15 SECURES FINAL REGULATORY VICTORY
Last week, E15 received its final regulatory approval and is now approved for sale. The Environmental Protection Agency approved a plan submitted by the ethanol industry to address residual E15...
MoreTHE PROMISE OF PORK
There is enormous potential for hog farmers in Illinois today. Trade opportunities have opened up, creating new markets for pork. In fact, a new export record was set in 2011, with $4.93...
MoreCALL TO ACTION ON THE 2012 FARM BILL
We need you to act in the next week on the 2012 Farm Bill. While you’re in the house for the noon meal, in your truck, or in the field, pick up the phone and dial both our U.S. Senators and tell...
MoreICGA STATEMENT REGARDING SENATE FARM BILL LEGISLATION
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: Tricia Braid (309) 557-3257...
MoreCORNBELTERS TO HOST YOUTH BASEBALL CLINIC: DEADLINE JUNE 13!
The Normal CornBelters, presented by Illinois Corn Farmers, are hosting a baseball clinic on June 14 from 1-3 pm at the Corn Crib, 1000 W Raab Rd, Normal IL. Participants will also receive free...
MoreSENATE MAKING PROGRESS ON 2012 FARM BILL
This week, the Senate continues to debate the Farm Bill, also known as the “Agriculture Reform, Food, and Jobs Act of 2012” (S. 3240). 90 Amendments have been offered thus far to the bill and a...
MoreCANDIDATES FOR THREE ILLINOIS COMMODITY BOARDS ANNOUNCED
The Illinois Department of Agriculture today announced the candidates vying for seats on three commodity boards. Producers will vote July 10 to determine members of the Illinois Corn Marketing...
MoreCFC PROVIDES A REMINDER OF THE IMPORTANCE OF FAMILY FARMERS
It is with a great deal of pleasure that the Corn Farmers Coalition brings its positive messages about America’s biggest crop back to Washington, DC. As much as anything the sense of joy and...
MoreAMERICAN ETHANOL ANNOUNCED AS EVENT TITLE SPONSOR FOR NASCAR CAMPING WORLD TRUCK SERIES
Chicagoland Speedway announced Growth Energy and the Illinois Corn Marketing Board have partnered to become event title sponsor of its 2012 NASCAR Camping World Truck Series race. The American...
MoreHIGHER BLENDS OF ETHANOL ARE ONE STEP CLOSER TO THE MARKETPLACE
Thanks to the Renewable Fuels Association, a new standard for midlevel ethanol blends has been completed by the scientific standards development body, ASTM International, and will make the...
MoreILLINOIS FARM FAMILY HIGHLIGHTED IN NATIONAL AG EDUCATION CAMPAIGN
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: Tricia Braid (309) 827-0912 Lamoreux Family Helps Raise...
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