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Today, Iowa Corn announced the 2026 Board of Directors election results for the Iowa Corn Growers Association® (ICGA) and Iowa Corn Promotion Board® (ICPB).   Those elected as ICGA directors will continue to bring grassroots policy issues forward and be the collective voice for over 7,000 corn-farmer members lobbying on agricultural issues at the state and…

This week, Iowa Corn Growers Association (ICGA) farmer-leaders and the Iowa Corn Leadership Enhancement and Development (I-LEAD) Class 12 attended the National Corn Growers Association (NCGA) Corn Congress meetings to advocate for key agricultural issues and priorities. Priority issues included nationwide, year-round passage of E15 in the Senate, renewal of the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA),…

The Iowa Corn Growers Association (ICGA), joined by 16 fellow state corn organizations, sent a letter to Senate Judiciary Committee Chairman Chuck Grassley and Ranking Member Richard J. Durbin requesting they call on the Department of Justice (DOJ) to expedite its investigation of collusive practices in the fertilizer industry.  The letter highlights the efforts that…

Yesterday, President Trump signed an executive order instituting a temporary suspension of countervailing duties applied to imported phosphate. In response to this development, Iowa farmer and Iowa Corn Growers Association (ICGA) President Mark Mueller released the following statement:  “This news is a relief for Iowa’s corn growers, who have faced continually rising costs and market…

The Iowa Corn Growers Association (ICGA) welcomes the release of the USDA’s Regenerative Ag Rule, a significant milestone that recognizes and rewards farmers for their leadership in conservation and sustainability practices. The final rule brings farmers one step closer to being recognized for their innovation through the 45Z Clean Fuel Production Tax Credit; a priority…

Today, the Iowa Corn Growers Association (ICGA) thanked President Donald Trump for once again championing authorization of permanent nationwide, year-round E15.  “We have said it before and we will say it again, E15 is a win for both farmers and consumers alike,” said Mark Mueller, ICGA President and farmer from Waverly, Iowa. “ICGA thanks President Trump…

The Iowa Corn Growers Association (ICGA) is a bipartisan organization dedicated to representing the interests of all Iowa corn growers, regardless of political party. Our priority is to advocate for policies and representatives that best serve Iowa’s corn growers based on grassroots policy development.  We remain committed to fostering constructive relationships with all candidates and…

Since 1978, Iowa corn farmers have elected their peers to serve on the Iowa Corn Promotion Board® (ICPB) to oversee the investment of funds generated by the Iowa corn checkoff program.     WHAT: The Iowa Corn Promotion Board® (ICPB) will hold elections in crop reporting districts 1, 3, 6 and 8. Iowa corn farmers elect their peers to serve on the Board…

A full-page advertisement appearing three times this week in the Des Moines Register, starting June 2nd, recognizes Iowa Representatives Randy Feenstra, Ashley Hinosn, Mariannette Miller-Meeks and Zach Nunn for leading the fight to pass year-round E15 legislation through the House of Representatives and their support for Iowa farmers, renewable fuel producers, and consumers. Sponsored jointly by Iowa Corn Growers Association (ICGA) and the Iowa Renewable Fuels Association (IRFA), the…

Earlier today, Iowa Corn Grower Association (ICGA) grower leaders were in attendance as critical pieces of legislation directly impacting Iowa’s corn industry were officially signed into law. The new measures represent a monumental step forward for Iowa’s family farms and rural economies.  “These legislative achievements aren’t just wins on paper; they translate directly to the bottom line of Iowa’s farm families,” said ICGA…

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has launched a long-awaited and highly-anticipated investigation into the fertilizer industry’s pricing practices and market concentration, Chairman Andrew Ferguson announced today at a gathering of farmers from across 18 states on a North Texas farm.  “I’m announcing that, on my order, the commission some time ago commenced a major industry-wide investigation into the precipitous…

The Iowa Corn Growers Association (ICGA) celebrates the U.S. House of Representatives’ passage of nationwide, year-round E15 legislation.  In response to the vote, ICGA President and farmer from Waverly, Iowa, Mark Mueller, released the following statement:  “Today’s House vote is a monumental win for Iowa’s corn farmers, rural communities and millions of American drivers. Expanding E15 access…