Articles tagged under: National Corn Growers Association
USDA Releases Final Biotech Labeling Rule
Published December 20, 2018
The U.S. Department of Agriculture released the final text of the National Bioengineered Food Disclosure Standard on Thursday. In reviewing the standard, agriculture groups are pleased, saying it stands firmly with science in it validates the fact there is no…Corn Growers “Disappointed” with Second MFP Payment
Published December 18, 2018
In the second round of Market Facilitation Program payments, the rate for corn was again set at one cent per bushel. According to the National Corn Growers Association, the rate is inadequate to cover losses due to the trade tariffs."We…Commodity Groups Join Forces on Sustainability Research
Published November 12, 2018
The National Pork Board, United Soybean Board and National Corn Growers Association have signed a Memorandum of Understanding on a sustainability research platform. The research program will include the sharing of research and communicating results with each organization's members. Continuous…McKay Promoted at NCGA
Published October 31, 2018
National Corn Growers Association Manager of Market Development Sarah McKay has been promoted to the role of director. McKay joined NCGA in August 2017 and replaces Jim Bauman, who was promoted to vice president of market development.Skunes Wraps Up Year as NCGA President
Published September 28, 2018
As of October 1, Kevin Skunes turns over the reins of the National Corn Growers Association to Lynn Crisp of Nebraska. Skunes, who farms at Arthur, North Dakota, will move into the chairmanship role for one year. "It's been a…New NCGA CEO’s Vision: Get Back to Basics
Published September 19, 2018
The National Corn Growers Association has new leadership. Recently named CEO Jon Doggett tells RRFN his vision for the future of the organization is getting back to the basics. "We need to do fewer programs and fewer activities, but do…Caskey Joins NCGA
Published September 18, 2018
Executive Vice President of Osborn Barr Neil Caskey is the new National Corn Growers Association Vice President of Communications. Caskey previously served as Special Assistant to the CEO and Director of Industry and Public Relations for the American Soybean Association.…NCGA Seeks Action on E15
Published September 14, 2018
National Corn Growers Association President Kevin Skunes participated in a meeting with USDA Undersecretary Bill Northey and North Dakota Senator John Hoeven Tuesday. The Arthur, North Dakota farmer is frustrated by the politics over the year round availability of E15.…Support Seen for Trade Agreements
Published August 29, 2018
A preliminary trade deal between the U.S. and Mexico is considered a positive move for agriculture. Arthur, North Dakota farmer and National Corn Growers Association President Kevin Skunes says corn growers want the trilateral agreement to help with trade uncertainty. "One…