Planting underway but again slowed by rain

Weather continues to cause a lot of frustration for area farmers, who are not progressing as quickly as they'd like with planting this year's crop. Read More

Produce growers also delayed by weather

Adverse weather this spring has affected more than corn and soybean farmers across Central Illinois. Read More

Ag groups still looking for farm bill this year

Agriculture groups are optimistic about a new farm bill this year after last year's version expired and was extended through Sept. 30, 2013. Read More

Grain markets weaker to begin week, rebounding Tuesday

The corn market began the week with a sharp sell off based on an improving forecast for planting. Read More

7 percent of the state's corn crop is planted

Another wet week in Illinois farm fields is in the books. Read More

IL Beef opposes mandatory labeling

The Illinois Beef Association continues to oppose mandatory country of origin labeling. Read More

Central Illinois field work underway

Mother Nature finally offered a few days this week that felt like spring, and Central Illinois farmers headed to the fields. Read More

5K Grow and Go will benefit Ag in the Classroom

It's time again for an annual fundraiser to support Illinois Agriculture in the Classroom. Read More

Wet fields keep Ill. corn planting at standstill

Illinois farmers still can't begin planting their corn crops due to muddy fields caused by the heavy rains that inundated the state in recent weeks. Read More

Planting delays spur grain market rally

Grain markets rallied Monday on concerns about a return to cooler and wetter weather. Read More