Matt Frostic Elected President of Corn Growers Association
Michigan farmer Matt Frostic has begun his one-year term leading the national trade organization.
Updated on Oct. 2, 2026 in Agriculture
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Matt Frostic began his tenure as the new president of the National Corn Growers Association on October 1, 2026. He brings experience from his previous roles leading the Michigan Corn Growers Association and chairing the national group's Input Cost Task Force.
Why it matters
The organization plays a key role in advocating for national agricultural policy. Under the new leadership, the association aims to advance federal farm bill legislation and secure expanded market opportunities for corn.
Matt Frostic manages a 1,000-acre operation in Applegate, Michigan, focusing on corn, soybeans, edible beans, and sugar beets. He will serve a one-year term as president of the National Corn Growers Association.
The players
Matt Frostic
He is an experienced farmer from Applegate, Michigan, who previously chaired the NCGA Input Cost Task Force and led the Michigan Corn Growers Association.
National Corn Growers Association
The organization represents corn farmers across the United States and advocates for federal agricultural policies and market development.
The details
Frostic takes the helm of the organization after serving as vice president and leading the Input Cost Task Force. His administration is tasked with securing year-round E15 sales and navigating the legislative process for a new federal farm bill.
Timeline
October 1, 2026: Matt Frostic began his one-year term as NCGA president.
Market Landscape
The organization is focusing its advocacy efforts on the passage of a new federal farm bill to ensure stability for domestic producers. This transition comes as the industry competes to diversify demand and solidify sales of E15 fuel.
The transition in leadership signals a continued push for policies that could influence fuel availability and agricultural pricing. Consumers may see shifts in federal support that impact the production and cost of corn-based products and biofuels.
The takeaway
The selection of a working farmer to lead the national trade body emphasizes the importance of grassroots expertise in federal lobbying. Producers should monitor the association's progress on farm bill negotiations as these will determine future subsidies and market access.
Further reading
For more on industry policy and agricultural leadership, see Agriculture.
Source note: This article includes information reported by News Dakota.
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