It was a big week for corn growers as the USEPA announced that summer sales of high blend ethanol would be allowed in 2023, signaling an increased need for Illinois-grown corn. We also…
This week’s farm and rural news column focuses on farming and politics. We have a farmer’s-eye view of what’s currently going on with topics of concern in agriculture currently…
Take a day or two off from work. Go for a walk. Such advice for those struggling with stress or anxiety can be helpful, but for farmers, the suggestions are almost laughable. “There’s…
This week in Illinois agriculture and rural life, we have more info on proposed CO2 pipelines in Illinois, along with farmers’ 2023 planting intentions and grain stocks report highlights….
In this week’s farm and rural news digest: An Illinois lawmaker is standing up to a bill that would outlaw fuel combustion engines by 2035 by encouraging the continued use of renewable…
Springtime means sprayers and planting equipment are out in force across Illinois. Springtime also means tornado time, unfortunately. We have reports on the start of planting season,…
You may not think of Cook County as a leader in agricultural production, but a new resolution is calling attention to farming’s role in the Chicagoland economy. We have this news…
This week we have reports on decreasing fertilizer and diesel prices, updates on two key pesticide bills in front of the Illinois State Legislature and positive news regarding efforts…
Chicago teen charged in fatal ...A 19-year-old Chicago man has been charged in connection with a fatal ...
Government, defense spar as child ...With the criminal trial of Elburn veterinarian Adam Stafford King fast approaching ...
Challenges persist for women, minorities ...PEORIA — For 60 years, SkillsUSA Illinois has held workforce development competitions ...
Three men shot – one ...Three men were shot – one fatally -- Saturday afternoon on Chicago's ...
