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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 State Fair Holiday Savings and Illinois Product Gifts

Illinois is offering holiday discounts on State Fair passes and locally...

4-H Ag Adventures Brings Hands on Farm Learning

4-H Ag Adventures offers students an opportunity to explore agriculture...

Farmers Struggle with Rising Fuel Bills

American farmers are facing significantly higher diesel expenses during...

Illinois Extension Expands Environmental Education Across Communities

Illinois Extension has expanded its environmental outreach team across...

Precision Fermentation Could Transform Future Food Production

Precision fermentation uses engineered microorganisms to create food...

Illinois Pork Producers Donate Over 101,000 Pounds of Pork

Illinois agricultural organizations donated over 101,000 pounds of pork...

Illinois Expands Funding for Local Food Growth

Illinois has launched a $1.8 million grant program to support local...

Illinois Water Recycling Project Boosts Farms and Water Quality

The EPA has awarded nearly $1 million to the University of Illinois to...

Illinois Valley Ag Career Fair Opens Doors

Illinois Valley Community College will host an Ag Job and Internship...

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National Agriculture News Headlines

Growing Lamb Demand Leaves US Producers Behind

Tuesday, November 3, 2026

Growing Lamb Demand Leaves US Producers Behind

Despite rising consumer demand for lamb, US sheep producers say imports are reducing sales opportunities and adding pressure on prices across the...
More Companies Adopt Product of USA Label

Tuesday, November 3, 2026

More Companies Adopt Product of USA Label

Eight additional companies have joined the USDA Product of USA labeling initiative, expanding consumer access to products fully produced in the...
Smart Forage Strategies During Drought

Tuesday, November 3, 2026

Smart Forage Strategies During Drought

Good pasture management and winter forage planning can help livestock producers maintain feed supplies and improve drought recovery.

USDA Launches New Southern Plains Cattle Report

Tuesday, November 3, 2026

USDA Launches New Southern Plains Cattle Report

USDA has introduced a new five-state cattle report designed to improve transparency and support more reliable livestock market price reporting.

Texas Forage Conditions Vary Across Regions

Tuesday, November 3, 2026

Texas Forage Conditions Vary Across Regions

Rainfall helped some Texas producers achieve strong hay yields, while drought and pasture mealybug damage reduced forage production in other areas.
Lower Cattle Imports May Lift Beef Prices

Monday, November 2, 2026

Lower Cattle Imports May Lift Beef Prices

New projections suggest that reduced cattle imports from Mexico could increase US beef prices while encouraging more cattle feeding and beef...
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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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