For the second consecutive year, southern rust was detected in Illinois in July.
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Illinois Farm Bureau News
August 4, 2026
Tazewell County farmer Wendell Good won the contest for the second consecutive year.
August 4, 2026
Despite growing season challenges, sweet corn fared well this year.
August 4, 2026
The average value of pasture reached $2,000 an acre, up $80 from last year, or 4.2%.
August 3, 2026
From Friday, Aug. 7, through Aug. 16 the state’s sales tax on school supplies will be reduced from 6.25% to 1.25%.
August 3, 2026
The moisture was just what many crops needed for the home stretch of the growing season.