NCGA Launches 61st Annual Yield Contest
USAgNet - 05/17/2025
The National Corn Growers Association proudly kicked off the 61st annual Yield Contest today. For six decades, this landmark event has celebrated the ingenuity, resilience, and drive of America's corn growers--those who continuously push the limits of
what's possible in modern agriculture.
"What began as a modest competition has evolved into a cornerstone of our industry," said NCGA President and Illinois corn grower Kenneth Hartman Jr. "Each year we honor not only the achievements of past participants but also the forward-looking spirit
that defines today's growers."
The 2025 contest is now open for entries through August 13, offering growers across the country a chance to compete, learn, and showcase their success. New this year, Class J: Nitrogen Management is now open to growers in all states, following two
successful years as a limited pilot class.
As the contest enters its seventh decade, it remains more than just a competition. It's a platform for discovery, a celebration of progress, and a symbol of the collaborative spirit that powers American agriculture.
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