Education

A couple from Columbus announced a new faculty endowment fund to Vincennes University, which will support agricultural innovation and education.

Illinois Farm Bureau is accepting applications for its Illinois Veterinary Education and Training loan program.

A celebration of agriculture that crossed generations kicked off the 54th annual Illinois Agricultural Legislative Day. The event drew nearly 50 diverse agricultural organizations and about 1,000 FFA members together to meet with lawmakers.

Tim McConville, president and CEO of First State Bank, is transitioning to president and CEO of Tri-County Financial Group, the holding company of the bank.

Drivers can signal their support for Indiana Farm Bureau and ag education when they purchase the Indiana Farm Bureau special recognition license plate.

The Illinois Corn Growers Association honored several individuals for their roles in supporting farmers and the industry during the organization’s annual meeting.

The Illinois Agriculture in the Classroom program has named Amanda Stanko, a STEM and preschool teacher with Corpus Christi Catholic School in Bloomington, as the 2024 IAITC Teacher of the Year.

October is National Farm to School Month — a time to celebrate food education, school gardens and healthy, local ingredients in school lunches.

As the National FFA eastern region vice president, Gracie Murphy has met members and been involved in events across the nation, including eight state conventions.

When her father became ill several years ago, the interactions with his doctors stood out to Rock Falls native Heather Moser.

Cattle producers are the original stewards of land and livestock and are constantly striving to improve their operations through education and professional development.

Illinois Valley Community College has learned it will be the recipient of a $3.5 million U.S. Department of Economic Development Administration grant to construct a new agriculture education facility.

In an attempt to keep brain cells active this winter, I have signed up for a college course. The good news is that it’s all online and it’s free. The other good news is that it’s sponsored by a major university.

Happy September! Always seems like the summer goes by so fast. It is nice to have a little cooler evenings. Great weather to sit out on the porch and enjoy. My Shetland lambs are growing nicely. Their color patterns are really starting to be vibrant.

A new agriculture program is in the works at Grace College. The college is planning a Center for Agriculture. The school is seeking a director and program coordinator for the center.