The Kansas Corn Growers Association (KCGA), one of the main groups that comprises Kansas Corn, represents its members in regulatory and legislative efforts. Here are a few quick facts about the association:
- Represents Kansas corn producers on the state and national levels on legislative and regulatory issues
- Actively works with other commodity and farm organizations to maximize the voice of Kansas corn producers
- Is the recognized Kansas leader in the promotion and market development of ethanol and other value-added products made from corn
- Works with the Kansas Corn Commission (KCC) to promote and develop markets for Kansas corn and provide education programming to both urban and rural audiences
- Is the Kansas affiliate of the National Corn Growers Association (NCGA), working for their members and the corn industry in Kansas and Washington D.C
The Kansas Corn Commission is made up of farmers elected from each of the nine crop reporting districts in the state. The commission determines how checkoff funds will be invested in the areas of market development, education, promotion and research. The Kansas Corn Commission continually looks to the future focusing on:
- Strengthening and expanding our foreign and domestic markets for “corn in all forms”. This includes building markets for corn, red meat, ethanol, DDGS and other corn products
- Building infrastructure and demand for higher blends of ethanol fuels
- Investing in youth and young growers through programs focusing on K-12 STEM education; college programs to encourage students to consider careers in corn, and our young grower program that builds a network and provides tools to help young farmers succeed
- Sharing positive information about corn farming and agriculture with consumers who are becoming increasingly misinformed and wary of our food system
- Supporting research to ensure our growers have access to the most innovative technology and production practices to grow profitable and sustainable corn crops
