American Corn Growers Association Explained

American Corn Growers Association
Abbreviation:ACGA
Formation:1987
Headquarters:Washington, D.C.
Leader Title:CEO
Leader Name:Neil Caskey[1]
Main Organ:Board of Directors
Website:acgf.org

The American Corn Growers Association (ACGA) is a commodity and advocacy association founded in 1987 to represents the interests of corn (maize) producers in the United States, where corn is used for human and animal food and to produce ethanol. A rival group, the National Corn Growers Association, is seen as more closely aligned with the food processing industry.[2]

In 2008, ACGA endorsed Barack Obama's candidacy in the United States presidential elections that year.[3]

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Notes and References

  1. Web site: NCGA names Neil Caskey as new CEO . 2023-11-16 . Successful Farming . en.
  2. News: New Trade Threat For U. S. Farmers . Petersen. Melody. August 29, 1999 . The New York Times. 11. 8 January 2010.
  3. News: American Corn Growers Association endorses Obama. Bevill. Kris . August 26, 2008 . Ethanol Producer. 8 January 2010.
  4. Web site: Home. Coalition For A Prosperous America. 27 August 2023.
  5. Web site: Organization for Competitive Markets. 7 August 2023. Organization for Competitive Markets. 27 August 2023.
  6. Web site: Home. National Family Farm Coalition. 27 August 2023.