Outreach Signals
Publishing Details
Contact & Outreach
About This Podcast
IL Corn is made up of two farmer-led organizations that serve corn farmers in Illinois: IL Corn Growers Association (ICGA) and IL Corn Marketing Board (ICMB). ICGA represents the interests of Illinois corn farmers in Washington, DC, and Springfield, IL, while ICMB is focused on growing demand, creating new markets, and fostering understanding of corn farmers and the corn industry. Through these two organizations, IL Corn seeks to position corn farmers to create and capture profit opportunities, preserve their independence, and prosper for generations.
Explore Statistics
Recent Episodes
S1E114 History of Illinois Corn Groups and University of Illinois
From uncovering forgotten agricultural manuscripts to tracing the evolution of hybrid corn and the IL Corn Growers Association, University of Illinois student and IL Corn intern Lyndon Shi joins host…
S1E113 How Agriculture Drives 20% of the U.S. Economy
Behind every meal, product, and paycheck is a system many don’t fully see, but it all starts with agriculture.In this episode of IL Corn TV, host Lindsay Croke sits down with John Bode, President and…
S1E112 Meet Yara - A Brazil Farmer, Agronomist & HR Expert
Agriculture today is shaped not just by where you farm, but by how globally connected you are, and the leaders who step forward to share their voice.In this episode of IL Corn TV, host Shane Gray…
S1E111 Autonomous AI Sprayer Changes Weed Control
Bringing robotics and artificial intelligence into the field is changing how farmers think about weed control and efficiency.In this episode of ILCorn TV, host Shane Gray talks with Taylor Wetli,…
S1E110 Music: The Best Way to Teach Ag
Making farm parody videos that reach millions of people doesn’t happen overnight. It takes creativity, consistency, and a willingness to tell agriculture’s story in a way that actually connects.In…
S1E109 Student Farming Journey Without a Family Farm
You don’t need a farm in your family to find your place in agriculture. In this episode of IL Corn TV, Lyndi Allen chats with Jacob Edens, an Illinois State University student who discovered his…
S1E108 35 Years in Farming: What Changed?
Hear how decades in agriculture shaped one leader’s career and community impact.DeAnne Bloomberg, Vice President of Programs at the Galesburg Community Foundation and former Illinois Farm Bureau…
S1E107 Live From the Field: Planting with Brady Gray
Running a farm and a trucking business at the same time takes more than hard work. It takes focus, communication, and smart decision-making.In this episode of IL Corn TV, host Lindsay Croke goes live…
S1E106 County Fair Queen Advocates for Agriculture
What does it take to be a queen and an ambassador for Illinois agriculture?IL Corn TV host Shane Gray talks with Krista Phillips, the 2026 Illinois County Fair Queen. Krista shares her journey from…
S1E105 Meet Illinois Farmer Marty Marr
Explore how leadership and community involvement can strengthen agriculture from the ground up.Marty Marr, a Central Illinois farmer and former president of the IL Corn Growers Association, joins…
S1E104 Hear from Illinois Farmer Randy DeSutter
What does it take for a farmer to influence agricultural policy beyond the farm gate?In this episode of IL Corn TV, host Shane Gray sits down with Randy DeSutter, a farmer from Woodhull, Illinois who…
S1E103 Lessons in Farm Advocacy and Leadership
In this episode of IL Corn TV, host Lindsay Croke sits down with Mark Lambert, a communications legend with decades of experience at IL Corn. Mark revisits his early days of ag advocacy—from the era…
S1E102 The Benefits and Challenges of Cover Crops
Shane Gray sits down with David Kleinschmidt, farmer and agronomist at Progressive Consulting Services, to break down the real story behind cover crops.This conversation goes far beyond erosion…
S1E101 Illinois Agriculture, Trade, and Economic Growth
In this episode of ILCorn TV, host John Klemm sits down with Christy George, President and CEO of the Illinois Economic Development Corporation, to discuss the state’s massive $13 billion economic…
S1E100 How Farm Life Inspires Great Songs
From the hay rack to the headliner stage, Cody Diekhoff—the man behind Chicago Farmer—proves that the grit of an Illinois farm is the perfect foundation for a life in music. In this episode of ILCorn…
S1E99 How Soil Science Helps Improve Farm Conservation
Balancing the books and the biology of the farm is the ultimate goal for any producer. In this episode of ILCorn TV, host John Klemm welcomes Kate Baker, the new Precision Conservation Management…
S1E98 Planning for a Healthy Corn Season
Success in the field isn't just about the seed you plant; it’s about the strategy you build before the planter ever leaves the shed. In this episode of IL Corn TV, host John Klemm and Ryan Gentle…
S1E97 How Farm to Food Bank Feeds Communities
Discover how a "farmer-first" mindset is the foundation for ending food insecurity across Illinois. In this episode of IL Corn TV, host John Klemm sits down with Steve Erickson, Executive Director of…
S1E96 Lessons From a Navy Pilot Turned Farmer
True leadership is defined by transferable discipline; whether navigating the skies at Mach speed or managing a multi-generation farm, the process determines the result. In this episode of ILCorn TV,…
S1E95 Corn-Powered Filters for Cleaner Indoor Air
Join Lindsay Croke from IL Corn TV as she sits down with Mike Malloy, co-founder of Aerterra. They discuss how the difficult problem of indoor air quality led to a surprising solution: corn. Learn…
Frequently Asked Questions
IL CORN TV has published 115 episodes since March 2024, covering topics in Technology.
IL CORN TV is currently highly active with new episodes weekly. Average episode length is 9m.
Sign up on Grep.FM to access contact details for IL CORN TV, including email and social media links.
