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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

Wiz Khalifa to Perform at Illinois and Du Quoin State Fairs 2026

Wiz Khalifa will perform at Illinois and Du Quoin State Fairs in 2026....

Agriculture Costs Climb Toward Historic Highs

USDA predicts record farm production costs by 2027 while crop prices...

Decades of Screwworm Control Insights Revealed

Scientific research and sterile insect techniques helped control New...

When Pest Control Fails to Deliver Yields

Research shows insecticides in soybean farming often fail to boost...

WIU Agriculture Students Shine at National Judging Conference

Students from Western Illinois University performed excellently at the...

Serviceberries Gain Popularity among Midwest Farmers and Food Lovers

Serviceberries are gaining popularity in the Midwest as farmers and...

Illinois Study Reveals Soil Cracks Increase Water Loss in Drought

A new study shows how soil cracks formed during drought increase...

Learn to Identify Illinois Grasses this Summer Workshop Series

A free three part online workshop series teaches participants how to...

Smarter Farming Starts at Peoria Summit

The Peoria Agronomy Summit helped farmers learn better soil and...

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National Agriculture News Headlines

Wednesday, June 24, 2026

Soil Cracks Make Drought Effects Worse for Farmers

University of Illinois study shows how drought-induced soil cracks alter soil structure and accelerate moisture...

Wednesday, June 24, 2026

Kubota Awards Equipment to Veteran Farmers in 2026 Program

Kubota and the Farmer Veteran Coalition honored five military veterans with new agricultural equipment through the 2026 Geared to Give program...

Tuesday, June 23, 2026

Weather Challenges Change Rice Farming in Arkansas

Heavy rains and wind are forcing Arkansas rice farmers to adjust fertilizer use, making crop management harder and increasing costs while reducing...

Tuesday, June 23, 2026

Strong Soybean Start Builds Hope for Arkansas Farmers

Arkansas soybean crops show strong early growth after a smooth planting season. Farmers now focus on weather, irrigation, pest control, and...

Tuesday, June 23, 2026

Rising Input Costs Keep Pressure on Farmers

Farmers face rising input costs in 2026 and record expenses in 2027. Lower fuel prices offer slight relief, but higher input costs will continue...

Monday, June 22, 2026

Brazil Crop Growth Uncertain Amid Rising Costs and Weather

Brazil farmers face pressure from high costs credit challenges and weather risks that could affect soybean and corn production growth in the 2027...

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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