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Illinois Ag Connection

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

Senate Farm Bill Advances Amid Debate Over Key Agriculture Policies

The Senate Agriculture Committee approved the 2026 Farm Bill. The...

Illinois 4-H Auction Opens New Doors

The Illinois 4-H Experience Auction offers unique travel, sports, and...

2027 MCO Decision Brings New Crop Insurance Choices

The 2027 Margin Coverage Option introduces a new coverage band and...

Illinois Expands Agricultural Economics and Agribusiness Degree Options

The University of Illinois has launched new undergraduate majors and...

Farmers Demand Fair Fertilizer Prices and Stronger Market Competition

Farmers from 13 states met with USDA officials in Iowa to discuss high...

Family Talks Shape Farm Futures

Clear farm succession planning and open family communication help...

Garden Program Cultivates Skills and Confidence

A Peoria community garden program helps students learn gardening...

Corn Innovation Winners Unlock New Markets for Future Growth

Citroniq and Future Origins won the Radicle Corn Challenge for...

Independent Grocer Summit Brings New Growth Ideas

The Independent Grocer Summit will bring store owners, managers, and...
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National Agriculture News Headlines

New Device Helps Farmers Detect Cow Pregnancy

Friday, September 18, 2026

New Device Helps Farmers Detect Cow Pregnancy

Cornell researchers are developing the ReproPhone, a portable testing device that delivers fast reproductive health information to dairy farmers...
Farm Bill Advances After Senate Committee Vote

Friday, September 18, 2026

Farm Bill Advances After Senate Committee Vote

The Senate Agriculture Committee approved a new farm bill, moving the legislation forward and opening negotiations with the House on a final...
US Pork Producers Rally for Agriculture Priorities

Friday, September 18, 2026

US Pork Producers Rally for Agriculture Priorities

Pork producers from across the nation united in Washington to discuss industry priorities and advocate for policies that support livestock farms...
USDA Refocuses Dairy Checkoff Priorities

Friday, September 18, 2026

USDA Refocuses Dairy Checkoff Priorities

A new USDA directive ends ESG-related spending through dairy checkoff programs and redirects producer dollars toward promotion, research and...
Farm Bill Beef Labeling Debate Gains Momentum

Thursday, September 17, 2026

Farm Bill Beef Labeling Debate Gains Momentum

A proposed return to Mandatory Country of Origin Labeling for beef is generating debate as industry groups warn of higher costs and possible trade...
New Report Highlights Farm Safety Challenges

Thursday, September 17, 2026

New Report Highlights Farm Safety Challenges

Federal workplace statistics show farmers and ranchers continue to face elevated risks, with agriculture ranking among the most dangerous...
Farms.com Precision Agriculture Digital Digest

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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