Field Notes caught up with Don Rutledge, who farms in Colorado. Facing dry, hot conditions, Don talks about how irrigation is saving his corn crop.

Off the Cob spoke with NCGA First Vice President-Elect Martin Barbre about his recent election to the post, the vice presidential ratification vote that will occur during Corn Congress, and his views on where NCGA must lead the industry to ensure a bright future for farmers.

Corn Board Candidate Bush Finds Motivation in Improving Circumstances for Future Farmers (Sixth in a series profiling candidates for the 2013 Corn Board.)

Corn Board Candidate Geske Brings Passion, Enthusiasm to Serving Fellow Farmers (Fifth in a series profiling candidates for the 2013 Corn Board.)

Corn Board Candidate Skunes Listens to Farmers, Helps Educate Consumers (Fourth in a series profiling candidates for the 2013 Corn Board.)

Corn Board Candidate Schmalshof Works to Create Positive Change for Farmers (Third in a series profiling candidates for the 2013 Corn Board.)

Field Notes caught up with Don Rutledge, who farms in Colorado.

Field Notes caught up with Donna Jeschke, who farms a short drive from Chicago.

Second in a series profiling candidates for the 2013 Corn Board.

First in a series profiling candidates for the 2013 Corn Board.