Summer food program launches
A summer food program for low-income families with school age children has been launched in Illinois. The EBT program will provide...
Illinois product market starts Thurs.
The Shed on the Illinois State Fairgrounds will be the site of the 17th annual Illinois Product Farmers Market which starts this week....
Planting behind 5-year average in IL
There were 2.3 days suitable for fieldwork in the week ending May 12, 2024. Statewide, the average temperature was 64.3 degrees, 3.4...
View from the Cab: The spotty spring
By Kent Casson My cab view has been somewhat obstructed by raindrops but hopefully that changes soon. I realize we will likely be begging...
Solar flares impact farmers during planting
The strong geomagnetic storm that reached Earth over the weekend certainly did more than just provide scenic views of the sky. Local...
Illinois crop production: Winter wheat
USDA-NASS issued crop production information for Illinois on Friday. The winter wheat harvested area in 2024 is forecast at 680,000...
Extension to offer summer program
The University of Illinois Extension Office in McLean County is thrilled to announce Energy & Our Environment, a captivating three-day...
Rain dampens field activity
There were 2 days suitable for fieldwork in the week ending May 5, according to the weekly crop progress and weather report issued for...
Asian longhorned tick confirmed in IL
An invasive tick has been discovered in Illinois. The Asian Longhorned tick was discovered April 12 during routine surveillance in the...
Culver's helps FFA chapters
In exchange for a $1 donation to local FFA chapters and other ag organizations, Culver’s is offering guests a single scoop of frozen...
