In your CORNer: The Farmers of TCGA, featuring Rob Holman
Inside the Tennessee Corn Growers Association (TCGA), there are farmers who are passionate about the crop they grow and market. These corn producers serve as a collective voice in creating a strong Tennessee corn industry today and beyond. They’re often the voice to answer critics of agriculture, to influence policy decisions and to help consumers better understand corn farming. These are the farmers who deserve a little spotlight, and today’s farmer feature is Rob Holman.
Rob has been involved with Tennessee Corn since July 2020 and currently serves as the Secretary of the Association. Prior to being elected, Rob participated in the DuPont New Leader Program through the National Corn Growers Association (NCGA). Additionally, he assists as a recruiter and membership coordinator, striving to increase both memberships and member participation.
“My favorite part of being a member is interacting with other farmers,” said Rob. “I try to stay involved in as many agriculture organizations that I can. If these organizations exist to help promote and improve our products, and I’m paying them to do so, then why not get involved and be able to voice opinions on important issues?”
Corn grower members invest $.01/bushel in the Association to help promote and research corn. In return, the Association works to promote their products. Rob encourages other corn growers to get involved with TCGA so they have a voice on where their investment dollars go.
“In general, Tennessee Corn is a voice for agriculture,” said Rob. “It is crucial that we have a large number of farmers involved so that we can have a larger impact in the industry.”
Rob and his father grow approximately 2,200 acres of corn and soybeans on their farm in Obion County, Tennessee.
About Tennessee Corn:
TN Corn is made up of three organizations: the TN Corn Growers Association, the TN Corn Promotion Council, and the TN Corn Promotion Board. All three are farmer-funded and farmer-led. TN Corn exists to research and promote the future of corn products.