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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

Farmers Struggle with Rising Fuel Bills

American farmers are facing significantly higher diesel expenses during...

Illinois Extension Expands Environmental Education Across Communities

Illinois Extension has expanded its environmental outreach team across...

Precision Fermentation Could Transform Future Food Production

Precision fermentation uses engineered microorganisms to create food...

Illinois Pork Producers Donate Over 101,000 Pounds of Pork

Illinois agricultural organizations donated over 101,000 pounds of pork...

Illinois Expands Funding for Local Food Growth

Illinois has launched a $1.8 million grant program to support local...

Illinois Water Recycling Project Boosts Farms and Water Quality

The EPA has awarded nearly $1 million to the University of Illinois to...

Illinois Valley Ag Career Fair Opens Doors

Illinois Valley Community College will host an Ag Job and Internship...

ARC and PLC Payments Reach Record High In 2025

USDA is issuing a record $13.8 billion in ARC and PLC payments for...

Illinois Grain Tours Boost Global Trade Opportunities

Illinois grain tours welcomed international buyers, showcased...

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National Agriculture News Headlines

Friday, October 30, 2026

USDA Invites Experts to Shape Farm Innovation

Agricultural professionals can apply for USDA advisory roles that help guide research, education, extension and industry priorities across the...

Friday, October 30, 2026

USDA Speeds Up Farm Loan Approvals

USDA is simplifying farm loan procedures, reducing paperwork, and introducing digital tools to help producers access capital more quickly.

Friday, October 30, 2026

New Funding Helps Farmers Protect Streams

A new Maryland conservation program incentive offers farmers bonus payments, technical assistance and flexible contracts for buffer projects.

Friday, October 30, 2026

Hire Smarter Grow Stronger Teams

AgCareers is hosting a free webinar that will help agricultural employers recruit candidates with transferable skills and create successful...

Friday, October 30, 2026

ASA and Vylor Expand Farmer Leadership Training

A new partnership between ASA and Vylor will continue leadership training opportunities for soybean farmers and aspiring agricultural leaders...

Thursday, October 29, 2026

Build a Smarter Fertility Plan

Better fertilizer decisions start with understanding field conditions, nutrient needs, and realistic production goals before the next growing...

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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