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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

How Illinois Farmers Can Reduce Nitrogen Losses

Illinois farmers should wait until soil temperatures drop below 50...

Illinois Pork Producers Donate 101,000 Pounds of Pork

Illinois agricultural groups and Feeding Illinois are donating over...

ARC-IC Enrollment Decision Guide For Farmers

Farmers have until December 11, 2026, to select ARC-CO, PLC, or ARC-IC....

Illinois Ag Groups Donate 101,000 Pounds of Pork

The 2026 Pork Power campaign is bringing Illinois farmers, commodity...

Illinois Grain Farmers Navigate Rising Financial Pressures

Illinois grain farmers remain financially stable overall, but higher...

Register Early for Illinois Pesticide Training Clinics 2027

Illinois pesticide applicators can access statewide training and...

Scientists Unlock Secrets from A 165-Year-Old Illinois Soil

Scientists compared a historic Illinois soil sample with modern soils...

AI and Drone Technology Help Farmers Monitor Soybean Drought Stress

SIU and Mizzou researchers are developing AI and drone technologies to...

Illinois Farmers Deliver Hope Through Pork

Illinois agriculture groups are donating over 101,000 pounds of ground...

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National Agriculture News Headlines

Thanksgiving Meal Prices Remain Mixed Despite Discounts

Friday, November 13, 2026

Thanksgiving Meal Prices Remain Mixed Despite Discounts

Some Thanksgiving grocery items are more affordable in 2026, but higher prices for other ingredients mean families must compare supermarket deals...
Senate Permitting Reform Could Speed Up Farm Projects

Friday, November 13, 2026

Senate Permitting Reform Could Speed Up Farm Projects

A proposed US Senate package aims to simplify federal permitting and reduce delays for farmers, but concerns remain over eminent domain and state...
US Farm Leaders Push for Agricultural Workforce Reform

Friday, November 13, 2026

US Farm Leaders Push for Agricultural Workforce Reform

American farm leaders are seeking immediate workforce reforms, urging Congress to improve agricultural labor policies and ensure a dependable food...
Free Online Training Targets Food Safety in Meat Processing

Friday, November 13, 2026

Free Online Training Targets Food Safety in Meat Processing

The Meat Institute introduces 12 free online training modules to help process employees prevent contamination and strengthen food safety practices.
CHS Invests in Future Agriculture Leaders

Thursday, November 12, 2026

CHS Invests in Future Agriculture Leaders

CHS Foundation is investing $4.5 million in FFA programs to help develop future agriculture leaders, strengthen workforce pipelines, and support...
USDA Cuts Arkansas Crop Yield Outlook

Thursday, November 12, 2026

USDA Cuts Arkansas Crop Yield Outlook

USDA's November forecast lowered several Arkansas crop yields, while rice improved and harvest activities remained ahead of average.

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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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