Livestock group hires business developer

BLOOMINGTON, Ill. — Illinois Livestock Development Group recently hired Annie Hadden of Jacksonville as the organization’s director of livestock development.

Hadden attended Lincoln Land Community College and transferred to Kansas State University where she graduated summa cum laude in 2021 with bachelor’s degree in animal science and industries.

Hadden will respond to producer outreach and support current expansion and new build projects. She also will engage ILDG member organizations to support and promote their investment and mission, while managing the flow of information to member organizations and board members to ensure consistent and timely reporting.

Prior to ILDG, Hadden worked at the Illinois Beef Association as its programs and services manager, focusing on producer programming.

About ILDG

ILDG is dedicated to the growth and sustainability of the evolving livestock industry in Illinois. It aims to support and empower current and future farmers in maintaining profitable family farms while fostering the expansion of the livestock industry in the state.

The organization provides farmers with the necessary resources, guidance and support to sustain profitable family farms and foster the growth of the livestock industry.

IBA, Illinois Corn Growers Association, Illinois Farm Bureau, Illinois Pork Producers Association, Illinois Milk Producers Association, Illinois Soybean Association formed ILDG in 2003.