It’s good to know South Dakota Corn.We believe the most-planted crop under South Dakota skies is vital to the growing world need for food, feed, fuel and fiber. So we serve as the voice of action in matters concerning policy, legislation, education, research and development initiatives that increase production and utilization of corn. Because we can do more for the growing influence, investment and opportunity that is South Dakota Corn. And we will.
Read MoreIt’s good to know South Dakota Corn.We believe the most-planted crop under South Dakota skies is vital to the growing world need for food, feed, fuel and fiber. So we serve as the voice of action in matters concerning policy, legislation, education, research and development initiatives that increase production and utilization of corn. Because we can do more for the growing influence, investment and opportunity that is South Dakota Corn. And we will.
Read MoreMinnesota Corn Research & Promotion Council In 1990, the Minnesota Corn Growers Association worked to pass a statewide producer referendum that created the Minnesota Corn Research & Promotion Council. This law provided for 1/2 cent per bushel at the first point of sale, to be collected and used for the promotion, communication and research of Minnesota corn.
Read MoreWhen a small group of Minnesota farmers got together in 1978 to create the Minnesota Corn Growers Association (MCGA), there was no ethanol industry; there was no check-off fund to pay for research and promotion of corn-based products. No corn fructose sweetener or corn-based plastics and textiles. There was scant representation of the farmer's viewpoint in St. Paul and Washington.
Read MoreThe North Dakota Corn Growers were organized in 1987 making ND one of the 48 states affiliated with the National Corn Growers Association
The North Dakota Corn Growers association serves as the activity arm of the North Dakota Corn Council. Corn Growers have currently identified five priorities and have developed action teams to work on these priorities including: Grower Services; Public Policy; Stewardship & Conservation;Research; and Livestock and Ethanol Marketing.
Read MoreThe U.S. Grains Council develops export markets for U.S. barley, corn, grain sorghum and related products. The Council believes exports are vital to global economic development and to U.S. agriculture's profitability.
Read MoreThe Mission of the National Corn Growers Association is to create and increase opportunities for corn growers.
In 2020, NCGA will remain the preeminent voice representing the needs of the nation’s corn growers. We will maximize opportunities for the corn industry to meet growing domestic and global market demand while increasing corn farmers’ environmental and economic sustainability. At the same time, we will advocate for policies that retain viable risk management tools, encourage science-based regulations, foster a positive public perception of production agriculture and create additional opportunities to expand the uses and efficiencies of corn.
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