Posts Tagged ‘Illinois Department of Agriculture’
Cover crop discount program
Illinois farmers who planted cover crops this fall can once again earn a break on next year’s crop insurance premiums through the Illinois Department of Agriculture’s Fall Covers for Spring…
Read MoreBook captures farming legacy
A local history buff recently completed a substantial effort toward recognizing and honoring the history of family farms in Monroe County, recording those which have stayed with families for over…
Read MoreCostello to lead Illinois Department of Agriculture
Illinois Governor JB Pritzker on Friday appointed Jerry Costello II to serve as Director of the Illinois Department of Agriculture. “With farming playing an important role in his family’s history…
Read MoreMonroe County Fair begins Sunday
Despite the uncertainty of state funding, anticipation is high once again for the Monroe County Fair. The annual event, which kicks off Sunday and runs through next Sunday, July 26,…
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