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Illinois Ag Connection

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

Prune Fruit Trees Now for a Healthier and More Productive Harvest

Pruning fruit trees in late winter improves airflow, light penetration,...

Illinois Senate Advances Bill Expanding Agriculture Education in Schools

The Illinois Senate is advancing a bill that lets agriculture courses...

Illinois Takes Precautions Against Bird Flu Despite No Active Human Risk

Illinois officials are closely monitoring bird flu cases, emphasizing...

Ag Council Hosts Mac and Cheese Cookoff Fundraiser

WIU Ag Council will hold a Mac and Cheese Cookoff on Feb. 19, where...

University of Illinois Soybean Lab Closure Threatens Global Research

The University of Illinois Soybean Innovation Lab faces closure due to...

Illinois Conservation Planners Join WIU Soil Science Course

Western Illinois University partners with the Illinois Department of...

IL Corn Growers Support Year Round E15 Sales Expansion Bill

IL Corn Growers Association supports bipartisan efforts to expand...

Hartman Weinzierl Advocate for Farmers and Agriculture Policies

Kenneth Hartman Jr. and Rodney Weinzierl testified before Congress,...

Over $210K in Scholarships for Ag Students

Scholarships range from $1K to $7.5K Apply online by Feb 15 to support...
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$15K Grants Available for Farmers Transitioning to Crops

Wednesday, February 19, 2025

$15K Grants Available for Farmers Transitioning to Crops

Farmers looking to transition from dairy or poultry farming to crop production can apply for a $15,000 grant from the Physicians Committee....
2024 Marks $20.3B in Weather-Related Crop Losses

Wednesday, February 19, 2025

2024 Marks $20.3B in Weather-Related Crop Losses

In 2024, U.S. agriculture was hit hard by weather-related disasters, resulting in $20.3 billion in crop losses and highlighting the importance of...
Baldwin Pushes for Avian Flu Containment Plan

Wednesday, February 19, 2025

Baldwin Pushes for Avian Flu Containment Plan

Senator Baldwin is calling for stronger measures to control avian flu, which is causing record egg prices and threatening farmers. She urges...
Grain Dust Explosions Stable but Cause Concern

Wednesday, February 19, 2025

Grain Dust Explosions Stable but Cause Concern

In 2024, nine grain dust explosions occurred in the U.S., matching the previous year's figures and emphasizing the need for diligent safety...
Farmers Face Funding Uncertainty Amid Policy Freezes

Wednesday, February 19, 2025

Farmers Face Funding Uncertainty Amid Policy Freezes

U.S. farmers confront economic challenges as government freezes on agricultural funding impact crucial programs, causing widespread financial...
Cattle Market Outlook Bright as Demand and Prices Rise

Tuesday, February 18, 2025

Cattle Market Outlook Bright as Demand and Prices Rise

The cattle industry is set for strong prices in 2025 as tight supplies and quality-driven demand create new opportunities for producers, boosting...
Farms.com Precision Agriculture Digital Digest

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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