Missouri Corn Growers Convene In Capital City For Annual Meeting And Partner Recognition

(JEFFERSON CITY)–Corn farmers, board members, industry representatives and guests from across the state gathered in Jefferson City, Mo., yesterday for the Missouri Corn Growers Association (MCGA) annual meeting and lobby day.  

The morning kicked off at the Capitol Plaza Hotel with MCGA’s annual business meeting where members approved the 2012 annual meeting minutes and a financial report.  Members also elected Scott Hays of Monroe City, Mo., to the MCGA board of directors to represent District 3 growers in northeast Missouri.  Three board members were also reelected:  Mike Moreland with District 4 in southwest Missouri; Jay Fischer of District 5 representing the central region; and Jim Stuever of District 7 in southeast Missouri.

Members also took the opportunity to recognize industry supporters for their contributions to the Missouri Corn Growers Association.  Award recipients included:

Public Servant Award
Senator Kurt Schaefer

Friend of Corn Growers Award
Representative Casey Guernsey

Outstanding Partner Award
Marsha Stanton, Monsanto
Duane Simpson, Monsanto
Todd Sears, IntelliAir
Tony Stafford, Missouri Agricultural and Small Business Development Authority

Honorary Lifetime Award
Billy Thiel, Malta Bend, Mo.

President’s Award
Rob Korff, Norborne, Mo.

“We have great friends and partners who work alongside us to pursue the best interests of the corn industry,” said MCGA President Rob Korff, of Norborne, Mo.  “We are proud to recognize their efforts and thank them for their continued partnership.”

Also recognized was MCGA member Bob Brouster of Kingdom City, Mo., winner of the 2012 MCGA Membership Giveaway, a complete grain bin management system, courtesy of IntelliAir.

Following the annual meeting and a luncheon, growers visited the State Capitol to talk with legislators on the important role Missouri corn and ethanol production play in the state’s economy.  

“MCGA works hard to represent farmers’ interests in the halls of the Capitol,” said Korff.  “Every day decisions are made which could impact our farms so it is vital growers have a seat at the table.  We appreciate those growers who took the time away from the farm to visit with legislators and provide a farmer’s perspective on issues affecting agriculture.”

The Missouri Corn Growers Association is a membership organization of farmers dedicated to growing and defending the corn industry.  MCGA works in the best interest of farmers on key agricultural issues and fights for pro-agriculture, pro-corn legislation.  To learn more about Missouri Corn, or to become a member, visit www.mocorn.org or call (800) 827-4181.

 

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