Corn Refiners Association

04/20/2026

As the Feeding the Economy report shows, food and ag play an important role in powering Illinois' economy. Check out the data for yourself ⬇️

04/17/2026

Maintaining electric grid resilience means balancing how much power we consume with how much we produce, and it matters to everyone who uses electricity.

Our own Jamaica Gayle recently laid out the threats to America's electric grid and how we can solve for future problems, including the roughly $1.9 billion investment by the Administration and Secretary Wright.

With power demand rising quickly, CRA advocates for electric grid modernization that does not leave rural America behind.

04/16/2026

The current House Farm Bill includes many priorities of the biobased products industry, specifically the reauthorization of USDA's BioPreferred Program and provisions from the Biomanufacturing and Jobs Act.

We're glad to see Congress prioritizing growth of the American ag bioeconomy. If you're glad too, tell your member of Congress!

Tell Lawmakers: Support the Bioproducts Industry! The House Agriculture Committee recently took a major step forward for America’s growing ag bioeconomy,

04/16/2026

The U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA) accounts for $1.9 trillion in goods and services traded and nearly 1/3 of all American ag exports.

USMCA is vital to our economy and to the food and ag industries. We'll keep watching and speaking in support as it comes up for renewal this summer.

Join the Agricultural Coalition for USMCA to ensure the agreement's renewal and promote prosperity for the U.S. agricultural sector.

04/15/2026

If you know one thing about Iowa, it's how important agriculture is to the state. Corn stretches into the horizon, and the cows outnumber the people.

Data from the 10th annual Feeding the Economy Report further illustrates the importance of food and ag in the Hawkeye state. Check out the highlights ⬇️

04/13/2026

With camping season fast approaching, it's important to have the appropriate gear. If you don't want bugs to ruin your trip, that includes bug repellent.

Corn can help. Cornstarch is used in mosquito coils and incense sticks to limit ash content. Be sure to stock up before you hit the road.

04/11/2026

Happy National Pet Day to all the pet owners! Whether your family member is furry, feathery, or anything in between, chances are corn is a vital part of their diet.

Corn products are used in feed for dogs, cats, pigs, poultry, cows, and many more animals. Corn is a great way to support healthy living in your pets!

04/09/2026

The 10th annual Feeding the Economy Report shows how vital the food and agriculture industries are to our nation's entire economy, and the state-level data further proves it.

In Indiana, food and ag account for nearly $230 billion in economic activity and employ almost 970,000 Hoosiers. Agriculture is vital to our nation, and it's vital to Indiana.

04/08/2026

Have you ever used corn to fix a broken bone? Or seen it in a sculpture? Perhaps you've used corn to create ceiling moldings in your home?

You probably have without even realizing it. Cornstarch is an important ingredient in Plaster of Paris, working as a drying agent in casts and reducing cure time. Corn's versatility knows no bounds!

04/07/2026

CRA President and CEO, John Bode, sat down with Agri-Pulse Communications to discuss the Feeding the Economy Report, USMCA renewal, and how to keep growing the food and ag industries.

Listen to learn more about the food and agriculture sector’s more than $10 trillion in economic activity in the U.S. and why it’s important these industries continue to grow.

This week's Open Mic guest is John Bode, President and CEO of the Corn Refiners Association. The annual Feeding the Economy Report was recently released indicating the food and agriculture sector contributes over $10-trillion dollars to the nation's economy and provides over 49 million jobs. Bode di...

04/06/2026

Discussions around the Joint Review of USMCA are ramping up, with the U.S. and Mexico recently beginning technical discussions. The trade agreement is vital to the food and agriculture industries, specifically to the farmers and manufacturers who rely on these markets.

We joined Agricultural Coalition for USMCA because this agreement is vital to our industry, and we'll keep pushing for a renewal of USMCA that works for our members.

Join the Agricultural Coalition for USMCA to ensure the agreement's renewal and promote prosperity for the U.S. agricultural sector.

04/05/2026

Those who gather to celebrate an Easter meal could find more corn on the table than they realize. Cornstarch's versatility means corn can be found in gravy, desserts, and more. Have a wonderful Easter!