Grain marketing seminars offered
A new marketing solution for farmers is being offered by Crop Side Marketing. The business is providing a number of grain marketing...
An ASA update with Rob Shaffer
EL PASO – Soybean industry leaders have been busy discussing renewable fuel volumes for the Renewable Fuel Standard on biodiesel and...
World factors continue to sway markets
FAIRBURY – As our own fields are still waiting to be planted here, farmers are closely monitoring the weather and other factors across...
View from the Cab: More production success
By: Kent Casson What is that big bright thing up in the blue sky shining down on the farm on this fine early March day? It’s our old...
Former ICB, NCGA member a Master Farmer
Former Illinois Corn Board volunteer leader and National Corn Growers Association Board member Martin Barbre has been announced as a...
Schmidgall, Bunting assume new roles
PONTIAC – Changes for the state political landscape have spilled over into the local farm scene. Brad Schmidgall is the new president for...
PTHS senior launches food packing effort
PONTIAC – Libby Larkin knows where her next meal is coming from but realizes not all kids do. This is why the Pontiac Township High...
Company looks to simplify seed process
PONTIAC – One seed company is aiming to simplify the seed sales process while getting the right hybrid on the right acres. Golden Harvest...
View from the Cab: Interaction is important
By: Kent Casson It’s always good when legislators at the state and national levels are exposed to agriculture. Hats off to the Illinois...
Deer totals surpass last year
Preliminary totals have been released for the 2022-2023 Illinois deer hunting seasons. Just over 158,000 deer were harvested by hunters...
