National Corn Growers Association President Jed Bower knows the challenges farmers face, drawing on his own experiences.
When Jed Bower became the new president of the National Corn Growers Association, he understood the challenges farmers have with low grain prices and high input costs.
Bower, a fifth-generation farmer from Washington Court House, Ohio, grows corn and soybeans on a small operation. His story is unique, as he joined the military after school due to limited space on the family farm.
Tragedy struck when his dad was injured in a motorcycle accident and succumbed to the injuries while Bower was in the military.
He draws on the personal challenges he has already faced.
Author's summary: Jed Bower faces challenges as NCGA president.