Many Americans regularly enjoy dairy foods, but few have the opportunity to step onto a farm and see firsthand the people, technology and care behind the milk they purchase. A new dairy checkoff initiative aims to help close that gap.

Participating in leadership programs provides a variety of opportunities for farmers that include improving communication skills, learning new farming techniques and enhancing their business plans.

Stay ahead of market and industry shifts by attending CattleCon 2027 in downtown Nashville, Tennessee, Feb. 2-4, with business meetings beginning Feb. 1.

Agricultural conditions across the Federal Reserve districts in the Corn Belt continued to be described as subdued due volatile commodity prices and a surge in diesel prices.

Starting a farm transition or retirement plan early helps protect the land, reduce family conflict and keep the business running smoothly.

A major expansion of the Illinois Crop Improvement Association laboratory facilities as part of its ongoing commitment to growth and service is complete.

Luke Schilling of Eastern Hancock FFA in east-central Indiana is a finalist for the American Star in Agribusiness award at the National FFA Convention.

Benjamin Biros started working with a family chrysanthemum business at a young age — and now he has been selected as one of the top FFA projects in the nation by the National FFA Organization.

American Star Farmer finalist Justin Myers purchased his first farm several years before he became an FFA member.

Beijing and Washington released a tariff-reduction plan covering U.S. crops and dairy, but excluded top-export soybeans, reports Jim Henry.

Four startup companies offering agricultural innovations have advanced to compete for a top prize of $100,000 in the 2027 Farm Bureau Ag Innovation Challenge.

The Illinois Agricultural Leadership Foundation announced the selection of its Leadership Program Class of 2028.

Growing up, 4-H was simply part of life.

Hog supplies continue to tighten as farmers resist expansion, but lower futures prices are signaling concerns that pork demand may be weakening faster than supplies are shrinking, reports Jim Henry.

Following a comprehensive national search, the Dairy Management Inc. board of directors announced the appointment of Corey Scott as president and CEO.

Alveo Technologies and AgriNerds formed a strategic partnership to establish a first-of-its-kind dynamic highly pathogenic avian influenza surveillance system for U.S. poultry and livestock farmers.

Ten women-owned agriculture-related small businesses received $1,000 grants from Indiana Farm Bureau this year.

Even as the grain market rallies and crop revenues are projected to improve, increased production costs — especially higher fuel expenses — continue to keep major row crops below breakeven, reports Jim Henry.

If you really want to rebuild America’s cow herd, go where the cows are and listen to the people who own them.

Learnard Seed Services is celebrating 90 years of serving farmers across Vermilion County and surrounding areas, marking a milestone that reflects decades of trusted relationships, agronomic expertise and commitment to agriculture.

Celebrating its 90th year as a family-owned seed company, Beck’s discussed new data-driven management tools and plant research insights during its annual Becknology Days.

More than 26,000 farmers and visitors attended Becknology Days this year — the highest turnout in the event’s history.

The U.S. Department of Agriculture released updated farm income numbers this week, and the outlook is still bleak, says Jim Henry.

The farm economy has changed significantly in the eight years since the last farm bill was written, reports Jim Henry.

The agronomy zone at the Farm Progress Show gave farmers the opportunity to examine several Wyffels Hybrids corn products growing in the demonstration plot.

Israeli ag-biotech company IBI Ag is establishing its North American headquarters in Indiana, marking the first deal under the new $60 million Iron Nation-Indiana initiative.

As agriculture faces rising costs, tighter margins and increasing competition from non-farm uses, land-use decisions made today will shape whether the next generation of farmers and ranchers can enter, expand and keep working the land needed to support the U.S. farm economy.

Register early for the best rates and housing selection for CattleCon 2027.

Building a farm takes a lifetime, but losing it can take one unfinished plan.

U.S. soybean exports — including whole soybeans, soybean meal and soybean oil — are projected to grow by 5% in the 2026-2027 marketing year.

Members of the first-place winners of the 2026 Legacy Farm Family Award are involved with farming operations located in Illinois, Wisconsin and Iowa.

Content-creating moms and their families from the Chicagoland area visited farms to learn directly from farmers about how they raise livestock and grow crops on their operations.

Canada has pledged to roll out “dollar-for-dollar” countertariffs on scores of U.S. goods in response to President Donald Trump’s latest import taxes, which have plunged the North American neighbors deeper into a bitter trade war.

Overall agricultural conditions in the Corn Belt continue to be dampened by lower commodity prices, higher input costs and tighter credit.

Farmland values in the Midwest were flat in the second quarter of 2026 compared to a year ago, according to a 7th Federal Reserve District report.

Whether advocating on Capitol Hill, mentoring campers or preparing for the Illinois State Fair, the Illinois FFA state officer team is embracing every opportunity to serve.

Gov. JB Pritzker’s career as a venture capitalist and philanthropist from Chicago seems far-removed from agriculture, yet they parallel one another, according to the two-term governor.

Running on a platform of affordability, safety and education, Republican gubernatorial candidate Darren Bailey gave his stance on issues during the recent Illinois Agricultural Legislative Roundtable.

Tyson Foods announced the closure of three beef processing facilities, including the 3,000-head-per-day slaughtering plant in Joslin in northwestern Illinois.

Boston-based Grillo’s Pickles opened a $54 million production facility in Taylorsville in southeastern Indiana.

The Illinois Department of Agriculture announced the award recipients of the Local Food Infrastructure Grant Program, distributing nearly $4 million in fiscal year 2026 funding to support the continued expansion of Illinois’ local food system.

Dennis Neuhaus was elected the new board president of Growmark during the cooperative’s annual meeting.

Results of a new study about women in agriculture were unveiled by American Farm Bureau Federation’s Women’s Leadership Committee.

With optimism for the cattle business remaining strong, nearly 700 cattle producers from across the country gathered in Colorado, for the Cattle Industry Summer Business Meeting.

Every farm lost takes with it generations of knowledge, community leadership and the heartbeat of local economies.

Applications are now open for Indiana Farm Bureau’s new grant opportunity to assist with the growth and development of women’s agriculture-related small businesses.

At Christmas, I told my wife we’d do one of her bucket-list items: go to Alaska for two weeks.

The national debt’s influence reaches into nearly every corner of our economy.

The Illinois Fertilizer and Chemical Association announced the appointment of Jenny Webb as president.

There are many current issues important to Illinois cattlemen including the development of a new farm bill.