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Your daily source of agriculture and farming news for Illinois. We also provide farmers with information on markets, auctions and farm equipment, as well as local job and career opportunities.

Illinois Ag News Headlines

McHenry County 4-H Beef Weigh in Set for January 2026

Article outlines McHenry County 4H beef weigh in schedule location...

Illinois Farm Operations Excel with Livestock Training

This article explains the 2026 Certified Livestock Manager Training...

WIU Offers Exclusive AFNR And AgX Training for Illinois Teachers

Western Illinois University will host two private summer institutes for...

USDA Boosts Corn Acre Payments Under Farmer Bridge Assistance

USDA raised corn payment rates under the Farmer Bridge Assistance...

Illinois Farmers Choose More LLCs

Illinois agriculture is shifting toward LLC business structures as...

Smart Gardening Resolutions for 2026

Simple gardening resolutions can help growers build healthier plants...

Soybean Summit Trade Show Event

The Soybean Summit Trade Show in Champaign will feature leading...

Illinois Pays for Pig Facility Shift

Illinois approved a seven million dollar grant to move a university pig...

Illinois Tree Fruit School 2026

The 2026 Tree Fruit School will provide growers with research-based...
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National Agriculture News Headlines

New USDA Leadership Targets Rural Growth

Wednesday, January 7, 2026

New USDA Leadership Targets Rural Growth

USDA announces leadership appointments to enhance programs for farmers, ranchers, and rural areas, focusing on risk management, development, and...
Venezuela Oil Gas Flows Under Pressure

Wednesday, January 7, 2026

Venezuela Oil Gas Flows Under Pressure

Developments in Venezuela’s energy markets are creating targeted effects on crude and gas flows, with China most affected and near-term...
Schools Regain Option to Serve Whole Milk

Wednesday, January 7, 2026

Schools Regain Option to Serve Whole Milk

The Whole Milk for Healthy Kids Act restores whole and two percent milk in school meal programs, benefiting students, dairy farmers, and...
Winter Maintenance Guide for Planters and Drills

Wednesday, January 7, 2026

Winter Maintenance Guide for Planters and Drills

Winter maintenance of planters and drills ensures smooth planting, precise seed placement, and higher yields. Proper checks prevent equipment...
Colombia Clears U.S. Dairy Exports

Tuesday, January 6, 2026

Colombia Clears U.S. Dairy Exports

Colombia ended its probe into US milk powder imports, keeping zero tariffs in place and protecting export access while supporting fair trade...
RCPP Funding Opens for Colorado Farms

Tuesday, January 6, 2026

RCPP Funding Opens for Colorado Farms

Colorado farmers can apply for USDA RCPP conservation grants to improve land health protect wildlife habitat and secure farmland through land...
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Precision Agriculture Digital Digest

Precision Agriculture Digital Digest is published quarterly and shares the latest innovations and techniques related to precision agriculture and ag technology. Read the most recent edition of the Farms.com Precision Ag Digital Digest to learn more about the latest in precision agriculture, including technology, equipment, efficiencies, data, soil, mapping, and much more.

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