July 17, 2025

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Corn Refiners Association President and CEO John Bode released the following statement after President Donald Trump announced the nomination of Dr. Julie Callahan to serve as the next Chief Ag Negotiator at the Office of the U.S. Trade Representative.  

“We are thrilled by Dr. Julie Callahan’s nomination to this important position. She brings the expertise, relationships, and experience American agriculture needs to be successful on the global stage,” said Bode. “Dr. Callahan will be critical to help the Trump Administration achieve its ambitious trade agenda. She has our enthusiastic support, and we urge the Senate to work quickly to confirm her nomination.” 

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About the Corn Refiners Association
The Corn Refiners Association (CRA) is the national trade association representing the corn refining industry of the United States. CRA and its predecessors have served this important segment of American agribusiness since 1913. Corn refiners manufacture sweeteners, starch, advanced bioproducts, corn oil and feed products from corn components such as starch, oil, protein and fiber.