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National Corn Growers Association is urging farmers to call on Congress over tax policy priorities

April 28, 2025 11:33 AM • 
RFD-TV News Staff, Currey McCullough

Corn growers are highlighting tax priorities to Congress, calling on farmers to contact policymakers and voice support for key provisions.

National Corn Growers Association President Kenny Hartman joined RFD-TV’s own Tammi Arender to discuss what tax priorities need to happen, how they can impact farmers across the nation, and their work to protect the stepped-up basis tax provision.

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