Illinois Farm Bureau honored in Nashville

Illinois Farm Bureau delegates are among those gathered in Nashville this week for the annual meeting of the American Farm Bureau Federation. Read More

Drought costs Illinois corn producing status

The worst U.S. drought in decades sizzled farmland last year and cost Illinois its spot as the nation's second-biggest corn producer. Read More

USDA says corn stocks still tight

The USDA surprised the grain trade somewhat on Friday by reducing corn stocks even further, despite an increase in corn production and continued poor export numbers. Read More

Livestock coming back to Illinois

The livestock industry is gradually making its way back to Illinois. Read More

Nutrient management even more important after drought

The immediate impact of the 2012 drought was the effect on crop yields, but the historical weather event will have other consequences, as well. Read More

Manure additive helps to maximize nutrients

A new product from Specialty Fertilizer Products (SFP) showed promise in its first year. Read More

Scholarships available to students interested in agriculture

The IAA Foundation is offering more scholarships to students with an interest or background in agriculture this year than ever before. Read More

Nobody hurt in ADM boiler explosion in Peoria

Archer Daniels Midland has temporarily shut down operations at its corn processing plant in Peoria after an early morning explosion damaged the facility. Read More

Rodney Davis appointed to House agriculture, transportation committees

U.S. Rep. Rodney Davis said he hopes to use his new appointment to the House Agriculture Committee to help craft a comprehensive Farm Bill. Read More

Key USDA reports approaching

Grain markets are anticipating the next round of USDA reports on Jan. 11. Read More