Jay Fischer, the U.S. Grains Council’s (USGC’s) corn sector director on its board of directors, has been inducted into the Missouri Agricultural Hall of Fame as an inaugural member.
The Missouri Agricultural Hall of Fame recognizes farmers, ranchers and agribusiness leaders who have made an outstanding contribution to Missouri agriculture. The Hall of Fame is a celebration of the vitality of the agricultural industry in Missouri. Inductees into the Hall of Fame are selected by a committee and are honored annually.
“Jay’s induction is a testament to his lifelong work in agriculture and the respect he’s earned from his local community,” said USGC President and CEO Ryan LeGrand. “Congratulations to Jay for this richly deserved accomplishment that will serve as a benchmark of excellence for future generations of producers.”
Fischer has farmed for more than 30 years in Jefferson City, MO, growing corn, soybeans, wheat, alfalfa, pumpkins and watermelons. He, his wife, Kim, and daughter, Jena, also operate an agritourism business, welcoming more than 20,000 visitors to their corn maze and pumpkin patch each fall.
In addition to his role on the Council’s board, Fischer also serves as an ex-officio Missouri Corn Growers Association (MCGA) board member. Previously, he served as the MCGA president and vice president, and as the Missouri Corn Merchandising Council vice chairman and secretary.
Fischer is active within his community and serves as president of the Capital View Levy District. The Fischer family was also recognized with the Governor’s Award for Agriculture in 2011.
Please join the Council in congratulating Jay on this accomplishment.
About The U.S. Grains Council
The U.S. Grains Council develops export markets for U.S. barley, corn, sorghum and related products including distiller’s dried grains with solubles (DDGS) and ethanol. With full-time presence in 28 locations, the Council operates programs in more than 50 countries and the European Union. The Council believes exports are vital to global economic development and to U.S. agriculture’s profitability. Detailed information about the Council and its programs is online at www.grains.org.