Lyle and Patti Lee were at their table during the Illinois State Auctioneers Association’s Hall of Fame dinner while, unbeknownst to Lyle, his family members gathered outside.

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

As farmers across the state face mounting economic pressures, University of Illinois Extension reminds agricultural producers, advisers and families that free help is available wherever you are.

Illinois soybean farmers are once again the top producers of soybeans in the United States.

University of Illinois Extension and Illinois Farm Bureau are partnering for a series to help farmers and landowners build, sustain and share their farm’s legacy.

Farmers need stronger market returns, so income comes from selling commodities, not aid — and that means improving the farm safety net through a fully passed farm bill, strengthening trade demand, and addressing rising input costs, says Jim Henry.

The Illinois Soybean Board is looking for farmers interested in filling one of Illinois’ director positions with the United Soybean Board.

The Illinois Society of Professional Farm Managers and Rural Appraisers’ new leadership team was seated at its annual meeting.

Market data for week ending Feb. 13, 2026.