Sefton Memorial Drive
The Emmett Sefton Memorial Drive will be held on Sunday, July 19. The Pony Express grounds in Mt. Zion will be the starting and ending point for the event. Registration will start at 7:30 AM. Drive will begin at 9 AM. Any make and model of tractor, car, truck, or motorcycles are welcome to participate. Lunch will be provided. Donations to the Emmett Sefton Memorial Scholarship fund are greatly appreciated.
Macon County Farm Bureau News
June 15, 2026
June 15, 2026
Macon County Farmers Hall of Fame Nominations Now Open!
Help us preserve the rich history of Macon County agriculture by recognizing the individuals who have helped shape and strengthen our farming community.
To request a nomination application, please contact Tim Stock at tstock@maconcfb.org.
Nomination deadline: July 1
June 15, 2026
The MCFB annual meeting will be Thursday, July 16th at 6:00 PM in the MCFB Auditorium. NOTE: Business meeting only!!
June 15, 2026
Tickets still available - snag yours today!!!!! Funds raised will benefit the MCFB Foundation scholarship and Ag in the Classroom programs.
June 1, 2026
Help Shape the Future of Agriculture in Macon County!
The Macon County Farm Bureau is seeking three individuals to serve on our Board of Directors.
Current openings include:
District 1 – 1 vacant seat
(Austin, Friends Creek, Hickory Point, and Maroa Townships)
District 4 – 2 seats available
(Blue Mound, Illini, Niantic, Harristown, and Pleasant View Townships)
June 1, 2026
Macon County Farmers Hall of Fame Nominations Now Open!
Help us preserve the rich history of Macon County agriculture by recognizing the individuals who have helped shape and strengthen our farming community.
To request a nomination application, please contact Tim Stock at tstock@maconcfb.org.
Nomination deadline: July 1
June 1, 2026
Sefton Memorial Drive
The Emmett Sefton Memorial Drive will be held on Sunday, July 19. The Pony Express grounds in Mt. Zion will be the starting and ending point for the event. Registration will start at 7:30 AM. Drive will begin at 9 AM. Any make and model of tractor, car, truck, or motorcycles are welcome to participate. Lunch will be provided. Donations to the Emmett Sefton Memorial Scholarship fund are greatly appreciated.
May 28, 2026
The MCFB annual meeting will be Thursday, July 16th at 6:00 PM in the MCFB Auditorium.
NOTE: Business meeting only!!
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Illinois Farm Bureau News
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