Name an animal that produces milk for human consumption. If you were playing family feud, “cow” would probably be the winning answer. But how many other animals can you name? … Read More

To provide our members with an informational platform to learn more about each of the gubernatorial candidates, FarmWeekNow invited each candidate to share where they stand on today’s top agricultural … Read More

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Farm Families (IFF), Mercer County Farm Bureau Director Chad Bell helped dispel wrong assumptions on raising livestock. The series also earned IFF a silver anvil award from the Public Relations … Read More

While some farmers questioned if or when they’d complete planting, many are relieved to be in the home-stretch. Across the state, 98% of corn and 75% of soybeans were in … Read More

Looking to safely dispose of unwanted agrichemicals? A collection of agricultural pesticides has been scheduled in late summer in 10 central Illinois counties at no cost through the Illinois Department … Read More

Dr. Mark Ernst, state veterinarian with the Illinois Department of Agriculture, provides an update on avian influenza following the state’s recent announcement to continue enforcing emergency rules to prevent the … Read More

Illinois Farm Bureau President Richard Guebert Jr. shares his thoughts on how American farmers plan to maximize domestic production in this Q&A. “In farming, every new generation must produce more … Read More