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Iowa Farmers Applaud Reintroduction of Year-Round E15 Legislation
The Iowa Corn Growers Association (ICGA) applauded members of the House and Senate today for introducing legislation that would extend year-round consumer access to fuels with up to 15 percent blends of ethanol, often referred to as E15. The legislation, called the Nationwide Consumer and Fuel Retailer Choice Act, would remove an obsolete policy that prevents the...

Reflecting on Change
In February 2025's Ears in Washington, Brooke Appleton discusses the importance of advocacy and change.

Check-in on the Checkoff: Investing in the Next Generation
By: Ralph Lents Ralph Lents is a farmer from Menlo, Iowa, and currently serves as the Iowa Corn Promotion Board (ICPB) President and on the Industrial Usage & U.S. Production Committee. Being an athlete and a farm kid is not for the faint of heart. I remember when I was growing up, I would start...

Roots Magazine: January 2025
In this issue we're highlighting all the benefits of being an ICGA member, how lobbying works, recognizing our local farmer leaders, current Unleaded 88 promotions, the recent Radicle Corn Challenge and more.

Iowa Corn and its subsidiary companies have as their policy not to pay overhead, indirect charges, administrative, surcharges or other charges (Overhead) over and above the amount agreed to by Iowa Corn to go directly to fund the research per se when making payments to institutions for research purposes, except where required by law, or...

2025 January Stewardship Advocate
The January 2025 Stewardship Advocate highlights the USDA Interim Rule for Climate Smart Ag Practices for Biofuel Crops.

2024 December Stewardship Advocate
The December 2024 Stewardship Advocate features guest writer Ron Lenth, to report on his research in Bremer County.

Farmers Disappointed with Lack of Clarity Around 45Z
The Department of Treasury released more details today about a tax credit, known as 45Z, that is designed to help the biofuel industry make inroads into the aviation sector. While today’s news included more information, corn grower leaders said they still need better clarity about the specific environmental practices that will be required for accessing...

Recent Corn Grower Win Shows How to Move the Needle in Washington
In January 2025's Ears in Washington, Brooke Appleton discusses the recent corn grower wins and preparing for the year ahead.

ICGA Releases Top State and Federal Policy Priorities for 2025
The Iowa Corn Growers Association® (ICGA), one of the most effective, longest-standing agricultural associations in the country, released today its final list of state and federal policy priorities for the upcoming year. “ICGA members work together to create a list of legislative priorities at the state and federal levels each year,” said ICGA President Stu...

Check-in on the Checkoff: A Time for Reflection
By: Ralph Lents Ralph Lents is a farmer from Menlo, Iowa, and currently serves as the Iowa Corn Promotion Board (ICPB) President and on the Industrial Usage & U.S. Production Committee. There’s nothing like the start of a new year to get you excited for everything that lies ahead. With a new year comes new...

Iowa Corn Growers Win Dispute with Mexico Over GM Corn Ban
In a major win for corn growers, a dispute panel ruled today that Mexico violated its commitments under the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA) when it issued a decree that banned genetically modified corn imports in early 2023. The decision was met with praise from Iowa Corn Growers Association farmer members along with our fellow state...