

Wednesday report mostly negative
There were mixed results with a mostly negative reaction to Wednesday’s July 12 USDA report. It wasn’t all bad as it was relative to...


Growers reflect on wheat harvest, short crops
PONTIAC – Those local farmers finishing up wheat harvest most likely have a smile on their face. That’s because we have received timely...


Farmer mental health program offered
CHAMPAIGN – A University of Illinois initiative can help farmers get mental health care they need. The Illinois Agricultural Mental...


Weekly crop progress report 7-10
There were 4.9 days suitable for field work during the week ending July 9, according to the weekly crop progress and weather report for...


View from the Cab: Driving for a cause
By: Kent Casson Last week, I drove for my mom and all of the others who have or are currently battling cancer. I had the honor of...


Field talk is July 12 in Rochelle
The Illinois Soybean Association will present “Field Talk” sponsored by FMC on Wednesday, July 12 at Rochelle. A free Illinois Soybean...


Weekly crop progress report: 7-3
There were 4.8 days suitable for field work during the week ending July 2, according to the weekly crop progress and weather report...


Tree buffer grants available
Pig farmers in Illinois have the opportunity to take part in another round of tree buffer grants. The Illinois Pork Producers Association...


View from the Cab: A look at wetlands
By: Kent Casson Visitors to a farm in Marshall County last week had the chance to see a wetland that is smart, hard working and good...


Report a shocker for soybeans
Friday’s June 30 USDA report was a shocker for soybeans. There were 83.5 million soybean acres, which was about four million less than...


































