County highlights: Growers enjoy summer events
County corn organizations fuel the grassroots advocacy efforts of the Minnesota Corn Growers Association (MCGA), while helping to promote the importance of corn farming in Minnesota. Throughout the year, county organizations host events that raise awareness of agriculture in their local communities, engage area youth with educational and scholarship opportunities, meet local legislators to discuss issues important to corn farming, and much more.
To shine a light on these initiatives throughout the year, MCGA is highlighting the counties’ many successes.
Clay/Wilkin County growers help purchase rescue auger
The Clay/Wilkin County Corn & Soybean Growers Association donated funds to the Breckenridge Fire Department for the purchase of a rescue auger. Grain bin safety has been an MCGA priority, and county organizations are proud to support efforts to ensure farmers stay accident free.
Kandiyohi County ballpark night is “farmtastic”
In July, the Kandiyohi County Corn & Soybean Growers Association partnered with the Willmar Stingers Northwoods League baseball team to hold “Farmtastic Night” at Bill Taunton Stadium. The event, which had over 300 kids and families in attendance, featured pregame farm activities and information. Thank you to our sponsors, who helped financially make the event possible, and the local 4-H clubs that helped at the seven different stations. It was a FARMTASTIC night!
Corn boil hosted by Benton/Sherburne County growers
In August, the Benton/Sherburne County Corn Growers Association hosted its annual corn boil at the Benton County Fair, serving 1,000 ears of corn to hungry fairgoers. Across the state, county grower associations welcomed having a presence at in-person county fairs again.
Golf hole at Pork Chop Open sponsored by Jackson County growers
The Jackson County Corn & Soybean Growers Association sponsored a golf hole at the Pork Chop Open earlier this summer. It was a great chance for the organization to talk with golfers about food, farming and the role of agriculture in the local economy. Golf events have been popular with county grower organizations across the state. Be sure to check with your organization to learn more about upcoming special events.
Waseca County growers host community event
The Waseca County Corn & Soybean Growers Association drew dozens of people to a free community event it held this summer at Half Pint Brewing Company in Waseca. Guardian Energy sponsored free drink tickets for the event’s first 50 attendees, and the first 72 attendees received free beer glasses, thanks to Kibble Equipment. The event also included a cornhole tournament.
