The Colorado Corn Producers Council engages with producers, first handlers, strategic partners and consumers in local communities in ways that showcase the long-term environmental services and important economic impact delivered by Colorado corn producers to communities across the state and around the world. Domestic and international demand for corn and corn by-products, biofuels, and animal-based products like meat, eggs and milk is built through the work of the Council.
At Colorado Corn Promotion Council, we work hard to advocate for and advance the interests of Colorado’s corn farmers. Each year, our board of directors and staff invest producer checkoff dollars in a variety of programs and projects that will help move the grain corn industry in our state forward and drive positive change for the industry as a whole. Our Producer First Platform™ plays a critical role in our ability to achieve these goals and elevate the success of our state’s corn producers.
At the height of the largest volumes of grain storage in U.S. history, Colorado producers voted to have first handlers collect a one-penny-per-bushel assessment on sales of grain corn in the state. Since 1987, the statewide board and staff of the Colorado Corn Promotion Council (CCPC) has managed the investments and projects on behalf of corn producers in the state. Colorado’s corn checkoff successfully creates better marketing opportunities and enables farmers to use the most innovative technology and production practices so they can grow profitable and sustainable corn crops.
Domestic and international markets are important to maintain profitable prices and manageable grain storage volumes from year to year. CCPC has forged important relationships with organizations who have the resources to maintain, expand, and develop on-shore and off-shore market opportunities. Here is a brief look at those organizations.
In those plump yellow kernels, there is energy, sustenance, and innovation. Did you know that most of the corn you see growing by the side of the road is destined to be cattle and poultry feed?
