Month: May 2020

Keeping the social media conversation productive

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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.

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The May issue of Corn Talk is out

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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.

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Legislative Update: USDA CFAP details released

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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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