Iowa Corn News
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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 May 2026 Stewardship Advocate discusses private wells and features Iowa corn grower Tim Creveling.
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...
Inland waterways system, and the infrastructure that supports them, remain a top priority for Iowa Corn.
In May 2026's Ears in Washington, Lesly Weber McNitt talks about efforts to get E15 across the finish line in the U.S. House.
Iowa Corn Promotion Board President Joe Roberts discusses the importance of investing in red-meat exports as corn growers.
The Iowa legislative session officially adjourned this past weekend, ending a productive term that saw significant movement on several Iowa Corn Growers Association (ICGA) policy priorities advocated for by Iowa’s corn farmers. “This session proved that when we bring common-sense agricultural solutions to the Capitol, we can move the needle for our members,” said Iowa Corn Growers Association President Mark...
This year's Local Leader Award goes to John Schott. Learn about his commitment within the agricultural community.
The Iowa Corn Growers Association (ICGA) has advocated for year-round, nationwide E15 for more than 15 years—a goal that remains a top priority as farm families face tightening margins and market volatility. With the recent introduction of an amendment to the House farm bill that would permanently allow nationwide, year-round sales of E15, ICGA President Mark Mueller, a farmer from Waverly, issued the...
The April 2026 Stewardship Advocate discusses soil nitrate levels and testing and features Iowa corn grower Caleb Hammer.
In April 2026's Ears in Washington, Lesly Weber McNitt talks about NCGA's work to help alleviate rising fertilizer prices.