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Looking for new ways to grow corn demand

A farmer director with the National Corn Growers Association says producers need additional markets for their crop. 

J.R. Roesner says a federal fix for nationwide, year-round E-15 is the first step.

“We then have to push towards higher blends of ethanol into that 20 to 30 percent range,” he says. “Farmers are very good at what they do, and we’ll only continue to get better, so we need to make sure we have those markets available.”

He tells Brownfield farmers should stay engaged with their legislators.

“They rely on us to bring our issues forward,” he says. “Sometimes we can provide them with education and information that is critical for them when making decisions. Making sure that we are voicing our concerns and keep that line of communication open.”

Roesner was recently re-elected to the National Corn Growers Association board of directors.

AUDIO: J.R. Roesner