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Your daily source of agriculture and farming news for Illinois. We also provide farmers with information on markets, auctions and farm equipment, as well as local job and career opportunities.

Illinois Ag News Headlines

Global Rice Production Rises Despite Climate Change Challenges Worldwide

A new study shows that global rice production increased...

Illinois Farmer Bill Leigh Elected NCGA First Vice President

Bill Leigh from Illinois becomes NCGA first vice president starting...

Biofuels Growth Gets Boost In Illinois

Illinois SBDC and NCERC are exploring collaboration to support...

New ESA Label Rules Guide Illinois Farmers During Spraying Season

Illinois farmers must follow new ESA pesticide label rules during...

Route 66 Centennial Celebration Brings Museum And State Fair Together

Illinois celebrates Route 66’s 100th anniversary with a museum...

Wet Spring Boosts Anthracnose Impact On Shade Trees

Anthracnose is a common fungal disease affecting shade trees during...

Corn, Soybean Prices Drop Amid Dry Weather Pest Alert

Commodity markets saw declines weather risks and pest alerts while...

National Housing Month Sees USDA Rural Push

USDA Rural Development celebrated Homeownership Month by promoting...

WIU Hosts Agriscience Training Event For Middle School Teachers

The event trained teachers on AgXplore curriculum through hands-on...

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National Agriculture News Headlines

NMPF Farmers Advocate Dairy Priorities in Congress

Friday, June 12, 2026

NMPF Farmers Advocate Dairy Priorities in Congress

NMPF farmers engage with lawmakers to address labor, trade, and animal health concerns while promoting policies to support dairy industry growth...
Wheat Roots Boost Nitrogen Savings

Friday, June 12, 2026

Wheat Roots Boost Nitrogen Savings

Wheat plants can naturally reduce nitrogen losses by releasing compounds that slow soil microbes, offering farmers a sustainable way to improve...
Concerns Grow Over USDA Research Workforce Changes

Friday, June 12, 2026

Concerns Grow Over USDA Research Workforce Changes

A coalition warns that workforce cuts and delays in USDA research agencies may disrupt agricultural innovation and calls for congressional...
US Senators Push Stronger Response to Screwworm Spread

Friday, June 12, 2026

US Senators Push Stronger Response to Screwworm Spread

Senators call for stronger USDA efforts to contain screwworm outbreak as new cases in Texas and New Mexico raise concern for livestock and...
Screwworm Cases Spread in US Border States

Thursday, June 11, 2026

Screwworm Cases Spread in US Border States

New screwworm detections in US border states have resulted in Canadian restrictions, while experts highlight prevention, monitoring, and sterile...
USDA Trade Programs Open New Export Opportunities

Thursday, June 11, 2026

USDA Trade Programs Open New Export Opportunities

USDA opens FY27 trade program applications to help farmers expand exports improve market access and create economic growth through global trade...
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Precision Agriculture Digital Digest is published quarterly and shares the latest innovations and techniques related to precision agriculture and ag technology. Read the most recent edition of the Farms.com Precision Ag Digital Digest to learn more about the latest in precision agriculture, including technology, equipment, efficiencies, data, soil, mapping, and much more.

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