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FDA PUBLISHES ‘BLUEPRINT’ FOR ‘NEW ERA OF FOOD SAFETY’ –

Invoking images of a children’s rhyme and a John Lennon classic, leaders with the FDA have unveiled what they call a blueprint for the agency’s “New Era of Smarter Food … Read More

CHINA’S IMPORTS AND EXPORTS REBOUND AS CORONAVIRUS FADES IN WORLD’S SECOND-LARGEST ECONOMY –

Chinese imports from the U.S. rose for the first time since the new coronavirus emerged earlier this year, showcasing Beijing’s post-pandemic purchasing power even as political tension between the world’s … Read More

IFB COVID-19 RESOURCE HIGHLIGHT:

We know circumstances are tough right now. Your anxiety, your stress, your worry, your struggles; they are real. Know that your Farm Bureau family is here to help and provide … Read More

LLINOIS DATA SHOWS PREVENT PLANT WAS A GOOD DECISION IN 2019

– An analysis of Illinois farm data shows taking prevent plant in 2019 was a good decision for most farmers. (Brownfield Ag News

THE NEWEST COVID-19 RESTAURANT DILEMMA: HOW LONG TO HANG ON

This summer is turning out to be a bloodbath for restaurant owners across the country. (Forbes)

TIGHT CHINESE PORK SUPPLY TO EASE BY FOURTH QUARTER: AGRICULTURE OFFICIAL –

Construction of pig farms and rapid restocking will ease tight pork supply from the fourth quarter, an official at China’s Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs said on Monday. (Reuters)

COALITION URGING PEOPLE TO VOTE NO TO PROGRESSIVE INCOME TAX

This fall, people will have the opportunity to vote yes or no to a $3.7 billion progressive income tax hike proposed by the governor. This week, a statewide coalition formed … Read More

CURRENT CROP REPORTS LOOK FAVORABLE

– If current growing conditions continue central Illinois Farmers will be anticipating having a good crop this year. (The Courier

SOME CHINESE PORTS ARE JAMMED AGAIN ON INTENSIVE TESTING OF FOOD

– Intensive testing of meat, seafood and other products for the coronavirus has tripled customs clearance times at some major Chinese ports, raising concerns the delays could ensnare global trade … Read More

IFB COVID-19 RESOURCE HIGHLIGHT:

Many consumers have had questions about food safety during the Coronavirus pandemic. For resources on addressing these concerns, check out our Consumer Questions page.

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