Farmers may avoid one of their biggest fears again this season, drought-like conditions after a wet spring, based on the Natonal Weather Service July outlook that predicted an increased chance of below-normal temperatures and above-average precipitation for the month across much of the state.The weather outlook, if realized, would be vital to yield potential as many crops in Illinois were planted late due to spring wetness and have struggled to establish deep root systems that would be needed ...
Holiday Trading Schedule
Grain and livestock markets will observe normal trading hours ahead of the extended holiday weekend. All markets and government offices are ...
Gov. Quinn Vetoes Budget
Gov. Pat Quinn vetoed the 50% budget passed by lawmakers last month, but lawmakers will be returning to Springfield later this month to ...
President Obama Launches Rural Tour
President Barack Obama announced the launch of his administrations Rural Tour Tuesday. Over the coming weeks and months - the President ...
Gov. Quinns Vows to Veto Temporary Budget
In an 11th hour speech before a joint session of the Illinois General Assembly this afternoon, Gov. Pat Quinn told lawmakers he will veto ...