Farm income concerns along with state and federal issues continue to be a focus of Illinois Farm Bureau.

Market data for week ending Oct. 17, 2025.

The Ag Economy Barometer rose one point in September, but farmers’ perceptions about current conditions on the farm fell seven points — suggesting concern about record-high corn and soybean yields pressuring crop prices.

Indiana Farm Bureau announced its policy priorities for the 2026 legislative session, with a focus on protecting farms.

Jim Henry laments that farmers are facing a difficult economy, as crop prices continue to decline and production expenses remain high.

The Illinois Soybean Association seeks qualified candidates to fill a vacant board seat for District 18, which includes the following counties: Franklin, Hamilton, Williamson, Saline, Gallatin, Union, Johnson, Pope, Hardin, Alexander, Pulaski and Massac.

Market data for week ending Oct. 10, 2025.

American soybean farmers are fretting over not only this year’s crop, but the long-term viability of their businesses, built in part on China’s once-insatiable appetite for U.S. beans.

The European Union’s executive arm unveiled detailed proposals to protect farmers from being undercut by imports from South America as it seeks to build support for its deal with the Mercosur trade alliance.