CRA Newsletter | June 20, 2024
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CRA NEWS
CRA HONORS JUNETEENTH
This Juneteenth, we honor the contributions of the generations of Black Americans to our society, culture, and daily lives. Read CRA’s full statement.
CRA STATEMENT ON SENATE FARM BILL FRAMEWORK
Corn Refiners Association President and CEO John Bode released the following statement in response to the U.S. Senate Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry’s Republican Farm Bill framework:
“We are grateful for Ranking Member John Boozman’s support of the ag bioeconomy in his Farm Bill proposal. The nation’s corn refining industry stands to benefit greatly from stronger policies that support the future of biomanufacturing, and we look forward to working with members of the House and Senate on both sides of the aisle to ensure our bipartisan priorities are important parts of the Farm Bill that is signed into law.”
NEW AGRI-PULSE PIECE: “AGRICULTURE’S CLIMATE HEROICS”
Corn Refiners Association Director of Sustainability and Environmental Affairs Jamaica Gayle recently published an op-ed in Agri-Pulse. Gayle reflects on her experiences meeting with policymakers and the role of agriculture in advancing sustainability conversations.
TRADE UPDATES
CRA recently published a new trade update. The trade update highlights new US-Mexico relations following Claudia Sheinbaum’s presidential win, the Senate’s hearing on trade preference programs, and the Indo-Pacific Economic Framework (IPEF).
MEMBER NEWS
INGREDION’S WORKPLACE AWARD
Ingredion’s Bridgewater Idea Labs was recognized as a 2024 Top Workplace in New Jersey. The center is responsible for Ingredion’s research and development work. The distinction emphasizes the center’s conducive work environment — less than 3% of organizations are selected as Top Workplace winners.
PRIMIENT OWNERSHIP CHANGES
Primient announced that the company will shift to full KPS Capital Partners, LP ownership by the end of July 2024. KPS has a diverse portfolio of manufacturing and industrial companies and has previously invested in Primient to help modernize the company’s manufacturing footprint.
ROQUETTE’S BUSINESS STAR AWARD
The French-American Chamber of Commerce Chicago awarded Roquette The Business Star in the Midwest – French Large Company award. The award recognizes French-American companies that have significantly contributed to both the Midwest and global markets. Céline Deneuville, the Gurnee Plant Manager, accepted the award on behalf of Roquette.
CORN CORNER
DID YOU KNOW?
Did you know that cornstarch helps increase the burn time and explosiveness of your July 4th fireworks? Learn more about the Kernel of Innovation.