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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

Smart Start with Cover Crops for Farming Success

Begin cover cropping with smart strategies like small trials, proper...

Children’s Discovery Museum Gets Record Gift for Ag Exhibit

A $1 million gift supports a new agriculture exhibit at the...

Exploring Conservation Efforts Through a Farm to Filtration Tour

A conservation tour on April 3 will explore water filtration, drainage...

WIU Ag Hosts Successful Bull Test Sale Event

WIU's 53rd Bull Test Sale featured top-quality bulls, heifers, and...

Brad Paisley to Perform Live at Illinois State Fair

Brad Paisley is set to perform at the Illinois State Fair Grandstand on...

Extreme Heat Challenges Dairy Farms Impacting Small Producers

A study shows that extreme heat reduces dairy production by 1%...

Artist Uses Oxen to Build Pollinator Friendly Earthworks in Illinois

Artist Ruth Burke uses oxen to create earthworks that support...

Explore 2025 All-America Selection Winners for Flowers and Vegetables

The 2025 All-America Selection winners highlight top-rated flowers and...

New Illinois Bill Targets Deer Population and Crop Damage

Illinois Senate Bill 2160 proposes better deer population control,...

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Friday, March 21, 2025

Avian Flu Response Lowers Egg Prices for Farmers

The USDA’s five-point action plan is working quickly to cut egg prices and stop avian flu through farmer aid, research, biosecurity, and...

Friday, March 21, 2025

Georgia Farmers Receive New USDA Economic Aid

Georgia farmers can now apply for a $10 billion USDA economic aid package, thanks to legislation pushed by Sen. Ossoff.

Friday, March 21, 2025

U.S. Corn Export Quality Report Released

The U.S. Grains Council report shows 2024 corn exports meet top grade standards with strong test weight, low damage, and high transparency in...

Friday, March 21, 2025

Researchers Introduce Thirstwaves to Aid Farm Irrigation

New research defines “thirstwaves” as extended high water demand events that challenge crop irrigation and provide better data for...

Friday, March 21, 2025

New AI Tool Targets Soybean Pests Effectively

Agmatix and BASF have partnered to launch a new AI-powered tool to detect and predict soybean cyst nematode (SCN) infestations, aiming to improve...

Thursday, March 20, 2025

Agriculture Trade Strengthens U.S. Economy and Farming

National Agriculture Trade Day recognizes the role of trade in boosting the economy, supporting farmers, and increasing market access to...

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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