For grain market, geopolitical issues again distract focus away from spring planting season.
College and Career Fair
Kudos to the Macon County Farm Bureau Young Leaders for hosting their first ever ag-themed Career and College Fair at the
Mount Zion High School for all of the local FFA chapters. Several businesses and colleges were on hand to meet with the 50+ students in attendance.
The Young Leaders are looking forward to presenting the event again next year!
Weather
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Illinois Farm Bureau News
April 20, 2026
Favorable conditions early in the season have several planters off to the races.
April 19, 2026
The ag secretary fielded questions about input costs and Trump's proposed USDA budget.
April 19, 2026
The Illinois Wheat Association has a full slate of opportunities for growers to be involved.
April 19, 2026
A larger program is exploring the feasibility of using human and animal waste as fertilizer globally.