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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

Illinois Farm Families Gain Stronger Support Through FARM SOS

FARM SOS is the new name of Illinois' farmer mental health support...

Illinois State Fair Honors Top Winners in Miles of Smiles Parade

The 2026 Miles of Smiles Parade at the Illinois State Fair celebrated...

Whitley County Field Day Brings Latest Farming Insights and Training

The Whitley County Field Day will provide practical guidance on crop...

Yellow Soybeans Raise Concerns For Farmers Across Southern Illinois

Soybean yellowing across southern Illinois is linked to potassium...

American Cotton Gets New Hope Through Industry Revival Efforts

The U.S. cotton industry is promoting new policies and campaigns to...

Farm Bill Deadlock Raises Concerns Over Food Aid and Farm Policy

The latest Farm Bill setback reflects disagreements over food...

Fall Gardening Tips and Tree Care Webinar Series

University of Illinois Extension is offering two free fall webinars on...

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,...

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Tuesday, August 18, 2026

Consumers Turn Back to Home Food Skills

More consumers are producing food at home as health, affordability, and wellness encourage long-term habits that extend beyond social media trends.

Tuesday, August 18, 2026

Celebrating the Legacy of Antique Tractors

August 22 celebrates antique tractors and the people behind them, helping preserve agricultural history, traditions, and innovations for future...

Tuesday, August 18, 2026

Tyson Adjusts Beef Operations Strategy

Tyson Foods is realigning its beef network by consolidating operations, increasing efficiency, and concentrating production at key...

Tuesday, August 18, 2026

Long-Term Farm Returns Remain Resilient

A review of farm financial performance shows both crop and livestock operations maintained solid returns through changing market...

Monday, August 17, 2026

How Cereal Rye Biomass Drives Cover Crop Success

Cover crop benefits depend on biomass production, making management decisions critical for achieving erosion, nutrient, and weed control goals.

Monday, August 17, 2026

Crop Straw Helps Build Healthy Soils

Researchers found that straw return improves soil structure and helps store carbon, offering a practical tool for healthier soils and more...

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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