One of the cool things to do at an Indy race is tour the garages where the technicians work on the engines in preparation of race day. The Iowa Corn Growers conducted multiple tours of the garages during race weekend for the Iowa Corn Indy 250.
I followed one group and interviewed several grower participants.
First up was Tim Recker, Iowa Corn Growers Association Director from Fayette County. He came out to the track to see the “power and performance of ethanol powered vehicles.” Like other corn growers I’ve spoken with, he has a feeling of pride to see the cars running on American made ethanol from the corn he produces.
You can listen to my interview with Tim here: Tim Recker Interview
Next up was Dean Taylor, President-Elect, Iowa Corn Growers Association. Dean said that everything was going fine and it was a great event. He says the race is getting the message out about what ethanol is. He says fuel security is going to become increasingly important.
You can listen to my interview with Dean here: Dean Taylor Interview
Finally, I interviewed Roger Zylstra, Iowa Corn Growers Association Director, Jasper County. Since he serves on the animal ag and environment committee I asked him about the importance of animal agriculture to corn growers. He says the livestock industry is very important to Iowa corn growers. You’ll hear some of the cars being tuned up in our conversation.
You can listen to my interview with Roger here: Roger Zylstra Interview