New technology takes the guesswork out of treating seed [PHOTOS]

A local agriculture supplier is enjoying a technology upgrade to its seed treatment facility. Read More

Rail, agriculture behind strong Irish roots in Central Illinois

St. Patrick's Day and its celebration of Irish heritage has deep roots in McLean County. Read More

McLean County soil moisture rebounds in drought aftermath

The recent cold and snowy weather has delayed spring's arrival, but that's okay with Central Illinois farmers. Read More

NASCAR driver supports higher ethanol mix in gas

A popular NASCAR driver is taking a break to promote putting more ethanol in gasoline. Read More

Farmland values continue to rise

The value of farmland continued to rise sharply in 2012, according to an annual survey of farmland values and lease trends by the Illinois Society of Professional Farm Managers and Rural Appraisers. Read More

Campaign cautions motorists on rural roadways

A statewide safe driving campaign aims to tackle the problem of rural roadway collisions, especially during planting and harvest season. Read More

Illinois web program offers ammonia safety

Illinois and agriculture industry officials have produced a web program that offers guidelines for farmers and others to prevent accidents involving anhydrous ammonia. Read More

Four added to list of Master Farmers

Four more Illinois farmers now hold the title of Master Farmer. Read More

Grain markets await end of month reports

Grain markets were quiet to begin the week after last week's USDA reports did not result in much change for corn or soybeans. Read More

Conference offers career discovery for young women in agriculture

Around 500 young women and agricultural professionals gathered last week at Southern Illinois University for the fourth annual Women Changing the Face of Agriculture conference. Read More