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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 -
US Army Corps removing rock pinnacles to help Mississippi River traffic
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers continues to remove rock pinnacles on the Mississippi River at Thebes. Read More -
Fresh saltwater shrimp available in Central Illinois
Most Central Illinois farmers raise corn and soybeans, or maybe livestock. But one farmer near El Paso, Ill. is raising saltwater shrimp. Read More -
Durbin to assess Mississippi River rock-removal effort
Two federal lawmakers from Illinois will get a firsthand look at urgent efforts to clear some Mississippi River bedrock that's crimping shipping on the waterway. Read More
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Illinois State Games
