This week, Bob Stallman concludes his 16-year tenure as president of the American Farm Bureau Federation. National Corn Growers Association President Chip Bowling congratulated Stallman on his retirement and thanked him for his service to the agriculture industry.

'Over the past 16 years, Bob Stallman has been a champion for America's farmers and ranchers as we work to feed and fuel the world. His has made countless contributions to the ag industry, from serving as the inaugural chair of the U.S. Farmers and Ranchers Alliance to helping expand new market opportunities for American agriculture through trade agreements. The National Corn Growers Association congratulates him on his retirement, and wishes him well in his next endeavor. His successor has big boots to fill.'

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