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MCGA thankful for passage of economic and disaster assistance for farmers

Reading Time: 2 minutesThe Continuing Resolution extends the current Farm Bill by one year and includes $30 billion in economic and disaster relief for farmers

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A path for permanent E15/Unleaded 88!

Reading Time: 3 minutesYesterday, in a major victory for corn farmers and rural economies, U.S. congressional leaders posted text for a year-end spending bill that includes a provision allowing for nationwide, permanent year-round sales of fuel with up to 15% ethanol by volume.

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Economic relief for farmers included in year-end package

Reading Time: 3 minutesMCGA is excited to see the inclusion of a $10 billion economic relief package for farmers in year-end federal spending bill.

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As We Conclude 2024, a Look at the INS & OUTS In Washington

Reading Time: 4 minutesBrooke Appleton of National Corn looks at what’s on the way in and on the way out in Washington, D.C., in 2025.

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MCGA congratulates Representative Craig on ranking member position

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Today, Democrats in the U.S. House of Representatives selected Minnesota Representative Angie Craig, who represents the state’s Second Congressional District,

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NCGA Focused on Advancing Grower Priorities in New Legislative Landscape

Reading Time: 3 minutesWith our growers facing tough economic headwinds, NCGA and corn grower-leaders are working hard to shape the coming policy landscape.

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MCGA Calls on Congress to Enact a Strong, New Farm Bill this Year, Include Economic and Production Loss Assistance

Reading Time: 4 minutesGiven the challenging economic conditions, it’s critical that Congress pass a farm bill and emergency assistance for America’s farm families.

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MCGA urges approval of robust, accurate 45Z tax credit guidance

Reading Time: < 1 minuteThe 45Z tax credit guidelines should accurately account for on-farm conservation practices, MCGA board member Richard Syverson says.

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EPA’s insecticide strategy could increase costs, complexity for farmers

Reading Time: 3 minutesMCGA urges EPA to finalize a strategy that includes greater flexibility, less regulatory costs for farmers, and future process certainty.

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