March 19 at 10 a.m. – Peoria or Virtual

Get the latest on transportation rules and regulations for Illinois farmers with the Rules for the Road program - dates & locations listed below. March 5 at 10 a.m. – Sangamon County (Rush Truck Center, Springfield) March 13 at 6 p.m. – Livingston County (Precision Planting, Pontiac) March 19 at 10 a.m. – Peoria County ... Read More

Transmission Line Landowner Meeting

West Expo, McLean County Fairgrounds 1106 Interstate Drive, Bloomington, IL, United States

McLean County Farm Bureau will host a meeting for Farm Bureau members regarding a proposed transmission line project Thurs., March 28 at 6:30 p.m. at the West Expo on the McLean County fairgrounds. A virtual option will also be available to livestream the event. Speakers will include Illinois Farm Bureau attorneys Laura Harmon and Garrett ... Read More

ISU Cover Crop Field Day

Illinois State University Research Farm 25578 ISU Farm Lane, Lexington, IL, United States

ISU Cover Crop Field Day will be April 12 from 4-6 pm at the ISU Farm in Lexington, IL (25578 ISU Farm Lane, Lexington, IL 61753). Topics will include successes and challenges, implementation, profitability, regenerative agriculture, climate smart agriculture, and ecosystem services. Click here for the event flyer.

Prime Timers

Prime Timers will meet Thursday, April 25 at 11:30 a.m. the McLean County Farm Bureau Office, 2242 Westgate Drive, Bloomington. Lunch will be available for $5 per person (boxed lunches for Jason's Deli). Reservations for lunch are required by April 23. The Prime Timers group is geared for any Farm Bureau members of retirement age.

Summer AITC Workshop

Teachers: Join McLean County Ag in the Classroom as we explore "Awesome Agriculture" May 29 &30! 2 days of field trips & hands-on learning 16 PDCHs + option to earn 1 hour graduate credit Geared for pre-K to grade 12 educators Learn about FREE resources for STEM lessons Cost is $35 for the workshop (optional ... Read More

Golden Clover Nomination Deadline

Know an outstanding 4-H Club or McLean County Fair volunteer? Nominate them to receive a Golden Clover Award! Deadline is June 1, 2024. Golden Clover Awards recognize individuals for outstanding service to 4-H and the McLean County Fair. Awards are given in these categories: Golden Clover – volunteer of retirement age Emerald Clover – deceased ... Read More

Cover Crop Focus Group

Farmers are invited to participate in a focus group to discuss cover crops June 10 from 6 - 8:30 p.m. at the McLean County Farm Bureau office, hosted by the Illinois Institute for Rural Affairs. Food & drink will be provided and the first 20 participants to register will receive a $100 stipend! To register ... Read More

Prime Timers

Prime Timers will meet Thursday, June 27 at 11:30 a.m. the McLean County Farm Bureau Office, 2242 Westgate Drive, Bloomington. Lunch will be available for $5 per person (sandwiches from La Gondola, chips & dessert). Reservations for lunch are required by June 25. The Prime Timers group is geared for any Farm Bureau members of ... Read More

Members Night Out

Save the Date for Members Night Out! Join us for a casual evening at the West Expo, McLean County Fairgrounds Saturday, June 29 from 5-8 pm. Family friendly event for Farm Bureau members & all ages are welcome! Registration deadline June 25.