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Illinois Farm Bureau unveils national legislative priorities
The Illinois Farm Bureau Board of Directors approved the organization’s 2025 national legislative priorities, including finalizing a five-year farm bill, tax reform and new trade deals for farmers.
Published January 22, 2025 Source: | Tags: Farm Bill, Trade, Tax Reform, Illinois Farm Bureau -
IFB supports WIU School of Agriculture
“We certainly do appreciate the annual financial support that Illinois Farm Bureau provides the School of Agriculture as it allows us to have the tools available to help our students,” said Andrew Baker, WIU’s Director of Ag.
Published January 14, 2025 Source: | Tags: Illinois Farm Bureau, Western Illinois University, WIU, save money -
IFB stresses farm bill passage a priority during D.C. visit
During a recent visit to Capitol Hill, Illinois Farm Bureau’s director of national legislation laid out the organization’s policy priorities to Illinois’ congressional delegation.
Published April 24, 2024 Source: | Tags: Illinois Farm Bureau, Policy, Farm Bill -
New docuseries shines light on urban and rural farmers
Rooted Together is a three-part series, produced by Illinois Farm Bureau, that highlights what rural and urban farmers have in common as well as showcasing diversity across the state, with the help of university staff and other experts.
Published March 21, 2024 Source: | Tags: Urban and Rural Farms, Diversity, Docuseries, Illinois Farm Bureau -
IFB leaders meet with legislators on Capitol Hill
Following a flurry of meetings on Capitol Hill last week, Illinois Farm Bureau President Brian Duncan said the face time with Illinois’ congressional delegation was invaluable for building relationships and getting the organization’s priori…
Published March 11, 2024 Source: | Tags: Illinois Farm Bureau, Policy, Lawmakers