SPRINGFIELD – A bill meant to stem nutrient pollution resulting from farm runoff has met opposition from a formidable foe — the Illinois Farm Bureau — as negotiations on a final…
In this week’s peek between the rows we devote our entire column to news from the 2022 Illinois Pork Producers Association annual meeting, held Feb. 22 in Springfield. We have all…
Tired of high food costs? We have info on how and where to complain, courtesy USDA. Also this week: A preview of Illinois’ first official Soil Health Week, and results of the National…
A group of farming, food and environmental sector representatives believe economic and environmental sustainability don’t have to be mutually exclusive. “There’s a real positive…
It’s official: Illinois was once again the national leader in soybean production and yield in 2021, and we have the details. Also in the news: Ag leaders are pleased that a crucial…
Important news out of Springfield last week included a warning for poultry producers to monitor their flocks for signs of avian influenza, which has been detected in birds in Indiana,…
A pair of bills introduced by Illinois lawmakers could severely impact how farmers can use insecticides and herbicides; we have details. Please keep reading for important details on…
In this week’s news digest for Illinois farmers and rural dwellers, the Illinois corn checkoff rate may be increasing. We’ve also got a broadband update and news from the Illinois…
Suspect charged with reckless homicideA 26-year-old Rolling Meadows man has been charged with reckless homicide in ...
State’s attorney transition report calls ...CHICAGO – Cook County State’s Attorney Eileen O’Neill Burke marked six months ...
Hinsdale couple file $500 million ...A Hinsdale couple have filed a $500 million claim against a car ...
Chronicle staff members pick up ...Chronicle Media staff members collected 20 awards, including five first-place finishes, at ...
