Core Issues
The Midwest is not just the nation’s breadbasket and transportation crossroads, but, also America’s Smartland. The region’s governors offer practical approaches to issues that often serve as catalysts for national strategies and solutions. With regional concerns and objectives in mind, the MGA examines federal programs and policies that impact the Midwest. The MGA focuses its efforts on four main policy areas of agriculture, economic development, energy, and renewing the Midwestern brand.
Agriculture
Agriculture is a major economic driver across the Midwest, especially in many rural communities where agricultural and livestock production and processing are vital industries. Learn about the role Governors play in federal agricultural, rural, conservation, and forestry policy.
Economic Development
The Midwest is home to major sectors of the U.S. economy – manufacturing, agriculture, energy and tourism. Learn how governors across the Midwest are working to increase economic growth and create jobs across the region.
Energy
Midwestern states have an enormous potential for energy savings through more efficient technologies and practices. Learn what stakeholders across the Midwest are doing to tap into this opportunity.
Renewing the Midwestern Brand
Learn how MGA initiated the “America’s Smartland”campaign to positively showcase the region and highlight its opportunities and economic successes.