Farm Family Life news
The U.S. Supreme Court’s ruling to overturn the Chevron deference was a business-favoring decision to upend 40 years of legal precedent and redirect federal power from agencies like the USDA to the courts and Congress.
As a father, grandfather, farmer and man of faith, balance has become a cornerstone of my life. I have come to appreciate how crucial balance is in every aspect.
I have heard that you should not discuss politics, religion or money with friends and family. Apparently, some people are incapable of discussing these topics without fighting. I am not one of those people.
The fairs have started and my granddaughters have been busy walking, setting up, washing and trimming their four market lambs and one yearling ewe.
As soon as the large mahogany door in the congressional building was opened, the farmers were greeted with hellos and handshakes. “Do you want some Indiana popcorn?” the staff in Republican U.S. Rep. Greg Pence’s office proudly asked.
As he walked to the stage to collect the Corn Advocate of the Year award, Tim Thompson looked genuinely shocked. His mouth fell open, and his eyes widened.
Wet and hot conditions in northern Illinois are impacting crop growth, as well as providing an opportunity for increased disease pressure this year.
Midwest Dairy is rewarding five students from Illinois with $1,000 this fall at the college or university of their choice.
The Illinois Agri-Women organization has awarded five scholarships for students studying agriculture.
The Waterman Lions Club’s 24th annual Summerfest and Antique Tractor and Truck Show will be Saturday, July 20, at Waterman Lions Park, 420 S. Birch St., Waterman.
If you have ever hung out with a farmer after planting is done and they are just waiting for the plants to grow, you have been asked the infamous question, “Want to go for a ride?”
When it comes to ice cream flavors, vanilla reigns supreme. And just in time for summer celebrations, Prairie Farms Dairy is giving people more of what they love — premium vanilla ice cream in a family-size, 4-quart pail.
As the Fourth of July celebrations come to a close, it’s a good idea to look out for your pets and livestock.
A resolution was adopted by the United Nations General Assembly to declare 2026 as International Year of the Woman Farmer.
There has not been a major trait launched to manage soybean cyst nematodes in over six decades. Until now, that is.
Berkeley Boehne and his brother, Vaughn, raise corn, soybeans and wheat on their DeKalb County farm, where they also feed pigs and operate a custom manure application business.
Whether you live in an urban or rural area, lawn mower safety is important — especially for young people.
Teens from around the state gathered for the 95th Indiana FFA State Convention, where they took part in workshops, volunteered and were honored for their accomplishments.
One of the longest-running sponsorships in U.S. motorsports is also one of the largest. Hall Brothers Racing, headquartered in central Illinois, has been sponsored by the Dodge brand since 2001.
In addition to a special featured tractor each year, new items and events are added to the Historic Farm Days to give those attending lots of things to do during the show set for July 11-14.
Rows of J.I. Case tractors will be on display during Historic Farm Days, including several owned by Dave Berbaum.
New items are added each year to the exhibits at the museum located in the former Penfield school on the showgrounds of the Historic Farm Days, set for July 11-14.
An educational discussion about farm succession planning will be part of the program during Historic Farm Days.
Gene Schmidt will get to enjoy this year’s Historic Farm Days without having to keep tabs on the books.
Farm machinery used over a century ago continues to bind families together across generations.
Gordyville USA has been a destination for countless of visitors for horse shows, flea markets, charity fundraisers, craft shows, auctions, rodeos, the annual Midwest Ag Expo and other events since 1988.
Whether it’s toy tractors, tie rods or tea towels, the vendor show at Historic Farm Days offers something for everyone.
A trio of central Illinois musicians will entertain Historic Farm Days visitors Friday, July 12, from 3:30 to 6:30 p.m. at the Pavilion.
Clay Geyer, former From the Fields columnist, is back this year to share updates from his farm in northern Indiana.
Illini FS and Growmark continue their long-term partnership with Historic Farm Days as the official fuel suppliers to keep the vintage equipment running.
As an end-of-the-road farm boy growing up deep in southern Illinois, the Fourth of July was more of a shade-tree holiday from the alfalfa field than a noisy celebration of national independence.
The Fourth of July is a highlight of the year on our family farm. Each summer, my family gets together for a traditional cookout, celebrating our nation with delicious food and the company of loved ones.
Most of you probably think that meth is only used in the shadows of your community. Sadly, its use is much more mainstream than you might think.
I have a friend who lives in a big city and recently shared a story about how local students visiting a nature preserve were given shovels and allowed to dig holes. This was a novel experience for almost all of them.
Aaron Rients wears a lot of different hats — farmer, seed dealer, board member and field trialist, among others.
Beck’s, the largest family-owned retail seed company in the United States, hosted its fifth annual 5K at its headquarters in central Indiana.
Hoosier farmer Jim Douglas is representing American farmers everywhere as the face of an advertisement campaign for soybeans in South Korea.
Lake County 4-H members Sebastian Rzadkosz and Avalyn Humbert built a raised garden bed at Luxe Life Senior Living and Memory Care in Crown Point.
Five new officers elected by the delegates during the 96th Illinois FFA State Convention will be traveling throughout the state during the upcoming year engaging with members to inspire them to achieve their goals.
Summer is finally here in northern Illinois. Temperatures are going to be hot this weekend. We call it Georgia weather, teasing our daughter who lives in Georgia. Luckily, we have had more rain than they have had.
As I write this we are halfway through our lamb slaughter event. This celebration involves eating the native foods along with processing the lambs, so Ruth and I are introduced to some new — to us — foods and customs.
The clothes we wore, like the crops we worked, marked the seasons on the dairy farm of my youth. Coveralls, for example, suggested winter while, ahem, “cover little” meant the hot, steamy southern Illinois summer.
In the southwest toe of Indiana, 25 miles north of the Ohio River and 12 miles east of the Wabash, the Seib family farm continues its legacy.
The story of the newly married couple and their dream of continuing the family farming legacy is a tale of determination and resilience in the face of challenges.
During the first two weeks of June, the Rahn family is going in many different directions, including making hay and spraying a second pass of herbicides to control weeds in their crop fields.
My last article had just been sent off when I got word that my good friend, Jamie Willrett, had left suddenly to be with the Lord. This tragic news shook me and the rest of the cattle industry as we all lost a trusted friend and leader.
Dairy farmers of America, are you and your most photogenic bovine ready for your close-ups?
I might never have fallen in love with kohlrabi had I not joined a CSA. Signing up for a Community-Supported Agriculture program means getting a box of produce from local farms every week or two.
Three little piggies went to a yoga class. Their human companions had a blast.
Summer break is just around the corner, but learning is always in season. The American Farm Bureau Foundation for Agriculture is abuzz with resources, activities and literacy items for learners of all ages.