ICGA Advocates for Policy Priorities During Iowa Corn Day on the Hill

Yesterday, Iowa Corn Growers Association (ICGA) farmer members from across the state gathered at the State Capitol for the “Iowa Corn Day on the Hill” lobbying event. The delegation included the ICGA Board, county leaders, grassroots advocates, I-LEAD Class 12 members and student FFA members from across the state.   

ICGA members in attendance advocated for a balanced approach to the carbon capture and sequestration (CCS) pipeline, focusing on supporting CCS infrastructure to maintain the ethanol industry’s competitive edge over neighboring states, while protecting landowner rights. Beyond energy, the group emphasized the need for consistent, long-term funding for the Iowa Nutrient Reduction Strategy and other critical water quality initiatives. Discussions also touched on key legislative priorities including property tax reform, hydrogen and mineral rights, and the removal of the excise tax on E85+ blends to further incentivize high-level ethanol use. 

“Iowa Corn Day on the Hill is one of the most important events we do as an ag association,” said Mark Mueller, ICGA President and farmer from Waverly, Iowa. “Our grassroots policy process is extensive, and once we have those priorities set, it is vital that we take those priorities to the State Capitol and let our voices be heard. When corn growers from across the state come together to connect one-on-one with legislators and share their stories, it is incredibly impactful in getting important issues across the finish line.”  

As a long-standing, well-respected agricultural organization, ICGA serves as a collective voice for Iowa’s corn farmers on agricultural issues at the state and federal level. Grassroot farmer members from across the state are the backbone of our organization and the driving force behind our policy development and implementation efforts. We continue to work towards policies that protect the interests of our members and the Iowa corn industry.  

If you missed this Day on the Hill event, we encourage you to contact your legislators by other means, including by participating in calls to action or attending local town halls. To see ICGA’s full list of state and federal priorities for 2026, visit iowacorn.org/policy.

For More Information:

Sydney Garrett, Public Relations Manager, sgarrett@iowacorn.org, 515-225-9242