December 18, 2024

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Corn Refiners Association President and CEO John Bode released the following statement following House Democrats voting to name Rep. Angie Craig (D-MN) as the Ranking Member of the House Agriculture Committee.

“CRA is pleased to see such a strong champion for American agriculture and the ag bioeconomy elected as the top Democrat on the House Agriculture Committee. We have enjoyed a productive working relationship with Rep. Craig since she was first elected and are excited to continue our collaboration with her in a new role.”

Craig is a key supporter of both the Biomanufacturing and Jobs Act and the Agricultural Biorefinery Improvement and Opportunity Act, two pieces of legislation that would bolster innovation and improve the American ag bioeconomy.

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About The Corn Refiners Association (CRA)
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.