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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

Illinois Governor Race Focuses on Farms

Illinois farm leaders heard competing proposals from JB Pritzker and...

Illinois Farm Vote Focuses on Taxes, Energy and Trade

Illinois political candidates shared their views on estate taxes,...

New Illinois State Fair Merchandise Stand Opens

The Illinois State Fair introduces a new merchandise stand featuring...

Corn Breeding Faces Genetic Diversity Challenge

Researchers found limited genetic diversity in key corn breeding lines....

Illinois State Fair Unveils Thrilling Arena Entertainment Lineup

The Illinois State Fair will feature rodeos, tractor pulls, monster...

Route 66 Leads Illinois State Fair Parade Celebration

The Illinois State Fair will honor Route 66 as the honorary Grand...

Miles of Smiles Await at Illinois State Fair 2026

The Illinois State Fair 2026 will feature new food vendors, family...

August Fields Show Strong Crop Conditions Across Illinois

Illinois crops continue to perform well amid favorable conditions....

Farm Bill Delay Leaves Illinois Corn Farmers Facing Uncertainty

Illinois corn farmers face uncertainty after delays in passing a new...

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Thursday, August 13, 2026

New USDA Approach Strengthens Crop Predictions

USDA is using producer-reported yield information and acreage data to improve crop forecasts and deliver accurate agricultural statistics for...

Thursday, August 13, 2026

Synagro Advances Circular Economy Goals

Synagro's 2025 report highlights waste-to-resource solutions, lower greenhouse gas emissions, improved safety performance, and continued...

Thursday, August 13, 2026

Reading the Signs Inside Grain Bins

Combining temperature, moisture, and CO2 monitoring helps operators understand grain conditions, detect problems sooner, and improve the...

Thursday, August 13, 2026

Cheese Art Highlights Indiana Dairy Tradition

The Indiana State Fair's annual cheese sculpture celebrates dairy farmers, creative artistry, and agricultural education while ending its...

Thursday, August 13, 2026

Future of Rice Farming Under Spotlight

Economic pressure, drought, and rising input costs are reshaping rice production as experts share strategies to help growers manage risk and...

Wednesday, August 12, 2026

Natural Gas Supplies Surge Before Winter

Strong production and lower LNG demand are expected to lift natural gas inventories to decade-high levels ahead of winter, according to the latest...

Precision Agriculture Digital Digest

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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