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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

Illinois Farmers Share Cover Crop Success and Key Lessons

Illinois farmers are finding success with cover crops by adopting...

Illinois State Fair 2026 Expands Grandstand Music Schedule

The Illinois State Fair’s 2026 Grandstand Concert Series will...

EPA Invites Feedback on New Fungicide Protection Strategy

The EPA has proposed a new fungicide strategy to protect endangered...

Dicamba Drift Concerns Continue Despite New EPA Safeguards

EPA has introduced new dicamba regulations to limit herbicide drift....

Local Youth Showcase Skills at Fair

The Edgar County 4-H Fair will provide youth with opportunities to...

Edmison Acres Showcases Highland Cattle Farming Success

Edmison Acres showcased how a family-run farm can succeed in niche...

Illinois Extension Names Johanning Specialty Crops Expert

Nathan Johanning has been named Extension Specialist for Specialty...

ISA Urges Stronger Support for Farmers in Senate Farm Bill

ISA supports the Senate Farm Bill draft as a step forward but urges...

EPA Approves New Crop Protection Products for Soybeans

Illinois Soybean Growers welcomed EPA approval of new crop protection...

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Wednesday, July 8, 2026

Study Finds Hidden Causes of Rural Health Gap

New research shows that stress, health behaviors, and limited access to services are key factors behind growing health challenges in rural...

Wednesday, July 8, 2026

E15 Bill Sparks Debate Across Farm Sector

A proposed E15 expansion could support corn markets and fuel savings, but experts warn that soybean demand and overall farm income may face...

Wednesday, July 8, 2026

New Fertilizer Fund Boosts Farm Supply

USDA's new FIELDS Program will invest $500 million in fertilizer manufacturing projects to improve domestic supply, strengthen competition,...

Wednesday, July 8, 2026

Dairy Groups Push for Stronger USMCA

Dairy organizations are encouraging trade officials to improve USMCA rules and enforcement to increase export opportunities and strengthen the...

Wednesday, July 8, 2026

New Resources Help Farmers Fight Screwworm

New educational resources from dairy industry organizations are helping farmers prepare screwworm risks through improved biosecurity, prevention,...

Tuesday, July 7, 2026

150 Years of Farming Discovery

Historic research fields, advanced crop science and student-led farming programs demonstrate how agricultural innovation is helping meet future...

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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