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Corn Growers see value in meeting with legislators

Benjamin Herrold
Jan 31, 2019
Jan 31, 2019 Updated Feb 4, 2019

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JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. — The Missouri Corn Growers Association held its annual meeting and legislative day on Jan. 23 in Jefferson City, talking about current issues and how to build connections and understanding with state lawmakers.

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Missouri Director of Agriculture Chris Chinn talks to farmers during the Missouri Corn Growers Association annual meeting in Jefferson City.
Photo by Benjamin Herrold

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