By Tara Desmond
Meet Tim Thompson: IL Corn Marketing Board’s New Chair
Tim Thompson, a farmer from Franklin, Illinois was elected by his peers to serve as Chairman of IL Corn Marketing Board (ICMB) for the 2025 – 2026 term.
Tim Thompson farms corn and soybeans in Morgan County with his wife, Tami. Together, they raised two children, Timothy Jr. and Marleigh, and also welcomed a foreign exchange student, Maren, as part of their family. On his farm, Tim incorporates minimal- and no-till conservation practices to protect soil health.
Alongside farming, Tim serves as Regional Sales Manager for Valent USA in the Northeast. In his free time, he trains Labrador Retrievers, competes in American Kennel Club Performance Field Trials, and enjoys hunting and fishing.
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