The National Corn Growers Association (NCGA) recognized Sen. Amy Klobuchar (D-Minn.) with its prestigious President’s Award today during its summer Corn Congress meeting in Washington, D.C.
“Sen. Klobuchar is a tireless advocate for corn growers,” said Minnesota farmer and NCGA President Harold Wolle. “She thoroughly understands the agricultural community and rural America and is always at the forefront championing our issues. It is my pleasure and distinct honor to recognize the senator and fellow Minnesotan with this award.”
Klobuchar has spent years in the Senate pushing for legislation important to corn growers and other farmers. In recent years she has promoted legislation that would allow consumers greater access to higher blends of ethanol. She has also been a forceful advocate for eliminating trade barriers that negatively impact farmers and she is working to pass a farm bill that will reflect corn grower priorities.
“America is stronger because of you,” Klobuchar said during a taped video address to NCGA members and delegates. “That’s why I am fighting in Washington to give you the support you need and deserve.”
The NCGA President’s Award, one of the organization’s highest honors, is given each year to a recipient chosen by the organization’s board president. Wolle and Klobuchar have worked together for years at the state and national level on corn grower policy and legislation.
NCGA voting delegates meet twice a year during Corn Congress meetings to debate the organization’s policies and vote on new board members for the organization. Klobuchar will receive the actual plaque from Wolle in August when they meet in Minnesota.