As Minnesota residents continue to practice social distancing, social media provides a powerful and valuable tool to help keep people connected. For Minnesota’s farmers, it provides a stage to have conversations about agriculture and share their passion for growing and raising crops and livestock.
Read more >Month: May 2020
The May issue of Corn Talk is out
This month’s issue details Minnesota corn farmers’ response to the COVID-19 pandemic, including an uplifting look at how county corn organizations throughout the state are helping their local communities.
Read more >COVID-19 relief for ethanol industry advances in Washington
With ethanol plants shutting down and curtailing production across the country, the Minnesota Corn Growers Association joined biofuel advocates to advocate for much-needed relief for the renewable fuel industry during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Read more >Corn farmer-led research promotes sustainability
The Minnesota Corn Innovation Grant Program funds farmer-led research identifying practices that protect water quality while promoting soil health. The program has invested $700,000 in 37 original projects identifying practical innovations to nutrient management that can be replicated by Minnesota farmers.
Read more >Legislative Update: USDA CFAP details released
By Amanda Bilek, senior public policy director for the Minnesota Corn Growers Association
Today, after weeks of speculation, the United Stated Department of Agriculture (USDA) published the final rule for the Coronavirus Food Assistance Program (CFAP).
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