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Illinois Ag News Headlines

Annual 4-H Livestock Auction Returns August 2 in Oregon Illinois

The 4-H Blue Ribbon Livestock Auction takes place August 2 at the Ogle...

Green Spaces Help Children Thrive and Build Stronger Families

A University of Illinois study shows how green spaces near homes...

Federal Changes Could Impact SNAP Benefits in Illinois

New federal SNAP changes may end benefits for thousands of Illinois...

Ten Years of IL Corn Cover Crop Success

IL Corn's 10-year Cover Crop Coupon Program helps farmers cut seed...

CDC Ends Emergency Response for Bird Flu

The CDC has ended its emergency response to bird flu due to a drop in...

Learn Safe Produce Handling in Wash and Pack Areas

Farmers can learn how to keep produce safe after harvest through a free...

Illinois Soybean Board Approves FY26 Projects

Illinois Soybean Association launches FY26 initiatives supporting...

Smart Drones Monitor Herbicide Crop Effects

Researchers at the University of Illinois have developed drone...

Prevent Tomato Blight with These Easy Tips

This article explains how to identify and manage tomato diseases like...

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National Agriculture News Headlines

Farm Diversity Programs Cut by USDA Leadership

Tuesday, July 15, 2025

Farm Diversity Programs Cut by USDA Leadership

USDA ended diversity-focused farm programs, cutting critical support for small farms and minority producers, sparking concerns over food supply,...
Farmers Encouraged to Join County Committee Elections

Tuesday, July 15, 2025

Farmers Encouraged to Join County Committee Elections

USDA opens nominations for the 2025 county committee elections, urging farmers and ranchers to participate before August 1 to strengthen local...
Organic Dairy Farmers Head to Washington

Tuesday, July 15, 2025

Organic Dairy Farmers Head to Washington

Organic dairy farmers will meet lawmakers in Washington to discuss policies, data collection, and support for the Farm Bill to safeguard organic...
Government Tariff Threat Alarms Mexico and Europe

Tuesday, July 15, 2025

Government Tariff Threat Alarms Mexico and Europe

President new tariff threats on Mexico and the EU raise global trade concerns, affecting agriculture, with both nations seeking negotiations...
Bayer and M2i Expand Global Crop Protection Deal

Tuesday, July 15, 2025

Bayer and M2i Expand Global Crop Protection Deal

Bayer expands its collaboration with M2i Group, extending global access to innovative pheromone-based biological crop protection tools to...
Exploring The Economic Impact of Conservation Practices

Tuesday, July 15, 2025

Exploring The Economic Impact of Conservation Practices

USDA research shows conservation practices like no-till and cover crops can reduce costs and improve soil health, though their impact on yields...
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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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