University of Illinois Extension staff gathered in the State Capitol to showcase how Extension and Illinois 4-H strengthen communities statewide and to call for an increased state investment at its inaugural Extension Day at the Capitol.

Thirteen Illinois Farm Bureau members and agricultural professionals graduated from the Agricultural Leaders of Tomorrow program, an extensive leadership development program designed to help participants develop leadership and advocacy skills.

It is important for everyone to do things that fill up their mind, body and spirit.

Northwest Indiana youth in grades 3-12 are invited to explore the exciting world of urban agriculture and local food systems through the 2026 4-H Urban Agriculture Youth Program, hosted by Purdue Extension Lake County.

For the past decade, farm profits have been highly volatile, making farm business planning difficult.

Charlie Meier is quick to point out that had it not been for his involvement with FFA and 4-H as a youngster, he would not be a state representative.

Johnson County 4-H is recognizing service members this spring by featuring 4-H alumni on active duty in the U.S. military.

Indiana Dairy Producers named its 2026 award winners at its recent annual meeting.

For generations, farmers and ranchers have been the backbone of rural communities and a driving force in our nation’s economy.

Compeer Financial selected 35 high school seniors from Illinois to each receive a scholarship worth $2,000 toward the pursuit of a degree related to agriculture.

A team of Purdue University students won a $20,000 grand prize at the Student Soybean Innovation Competition for creating a soy-based adhesive tape.

A team of Purdue University students won first place in the food track of the 2026 Student Soybean Innovation Competition.

About 400 young ladies connected with professional women to learn about numerous agricultural careers during the Women Changing the Face of Agriculture event.

Your mindset can hold you back or help you take action and move forward.

St. Joseph Ag Days will be held April 10-12 this spring as a free, interactive way for families to learn about agriculture.

The Weitendorf Agricultural Education Center has been a hub of activity for nearly two decades, hosting workshops, seminars, expos, livestock and horticulture judging, countless opportunities for students of all ages and other events.

The Illinois Pork Producers Association honored a family that has contributed to the long-term success of the industry through leadership and pork promotion at the local and state levels.

A fifth-generation hog farmer was seated as Illinois Pork Producers Association president during its annual meeting at the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum.

From the 2026 National FFA Week to district proficiency awards, this past month has been full of successes across the state.

Applications are being accepted for college scholarships that are awarded by America’s dairy farmers and importers through the National Dairy Promotion and Research Board.

The annual Innovate and Grow Conference was held to provide education and networking for Indiana Farm Bureau members under age 40.

National Ag Day is March 24, with the theme, “Together We Grow.”

Did you know that farmers can donate land, grain or equipment directly to their local community foundation?

Broadcasting legend and farmer advocate and friend Orion Samuelson died March 16, WGN Radio announced.

After harvesting 8-bushel soybeans and corn just as bad, Wayne Mollett made a decision that changed his life.

One of the things I’m most proud of at Farm Bureau is that we don’t sit back and wait for leadership to happen — we invest in it.

As president of Illinois Farm Bureau, Philip Nelson aims to provide impactful advocacy for farmers in the state.

In another move toward shaping future dairy champions, Midwest Dairy announced the 2026 Illinois Dairy Ambassadors.

The National Association of State Departments of Agriculture tipped the hat to female farmers at its winter policy conference.

The difference between successful and less successful farming operations ultimately hinges on whether “we’re in this for the long term or short term.”

The blue jacket isn’t just something I talk about. It’s something I’ve lived.

Western Illinois University School of Agriculture will host an open house starting at 9 a.m. Friday, March 27, at the University Farm Livestock Center.

Western Illinois University’s Livestock Judging Team earned national recognition this season, placing in the top five at the Cattlemen’s Congress in Oklahoma City and being named the 2026 National Western Stock Show Senior College Champion Team in Denver.

More than 4,000 farmer and rancher Farm Bureau members gathered for the 107th American Farm Bureau Federation Convention, held earlier this month in Anaheim, California.

Two members of the Illinois Society of Farm Managers and Rural Appraisers were honored for their contributions toward the organization and the profession.

AgriNews and Beck’s are proud to announce the Poynter Family of Putnam County as the 2026 Indiana Farm Family of the Year.

National FFA Week, held Feb. 21-28 this year, is the perfect time to show support for FFA.

Across Indiana, the iconic blue and gold jackets will take center stage as local chapters celebrate National FFA Week.

Giving lollipops to all the students at La Salle-Peru High School is just one of many activities planned for National FFA Week by the members of the La Salle-Peru FFA Chapter.

From conferences to company visits, the Illinois FFA major state officers have stayed very busy over the past month.

The Livestock Marketing Association has announced that applications are now open for its 2026 scholarship programs, offering two opportunities to support students pursuing education and careers connected to the livestock marketing industry.

As a recent communications graduate, Lia Basden missed getting her hands dirty and making things grow.

The National Cattlemen’s Beef Association has opened applications for summer 2026 semester internships in the association’s headquarters in Colorado and office in Washington, D.C.

Midwest Dairy announced it is now seeking students to apply for the Illinois division educational scholarship for the 2026-2027 academic school year.

Five students at Purdue University have been selected to serve as Indiana’s newest dairy ambassadors, representing the industry at community events and outreach efforts throughout the year.

More than 100 Indiana FFA students traveled to the Statehouse to meet with lawmakers, participate in policy discussions and learn firsthand how state government works at the 2026 Advocacy Day.

The Illinois Agri-Women organization has awarded four scholarships for females studying agriculture.

The Illinois Beef Expo is back Feb. 19-22 at the Illinois State Fairgrounds in Springfield.

Before heading out for the holidays, the major state officer team spent time training and then preparing for the 98th Illinois FFA State Convention.

Presley Hampton, Miss Jackson County, was crowned the 67th Miss Indiana State Fair.