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• Two University Students Selected for IFB Veterinary Student Loan Program

  Illinois Farm Bureau (IFB) recently accepted Grace Pollitt of Rushville and Emma Frank of Atkinson into the Illinois Veterinary Student Loan Program (IVET), which aims to support the next generation of veterinarians focusing on caring for food animals.

  Published July 7, 2026
• IFB members host lawmakers on local farms

  IFB members connected with legislators to share their insights on the challenging ag economy, the importance of renewing the U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement and how legislation including a five-year farm bill and year-round E15 can benefit far…

  Published June 10, 2026 by Tammie Sloup
• IFB launches new series on biologicals

  Illinois Farm Bureau is partnering with the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign to share “Breaking Down Biologicals,” an eight-part educational series exploring biological products and their role in modern agriculture.

  Published May 28, 2026 | Tags: Illinois Farm Bureau
• IFB hosts 2026 summer field days

  Illinois Farm Bureau (IFB) will host 14 Nutrient Stewardship Field Days this summer for farmers and industry partners to collaborate and discuss ongoing research and innovative approaches to nutrient stewardship.

  Published May 6, 2026 | Tags: Illinois Farm Bureau
• IAA Foundation awards $303,751 in scholarships for 2026-27

  The charitable arm of the Illinois Farm Bureau, the IAA Foundation, is awarding $303,751 to 127 students pursuing degrees in agriculture-related fields. Students are selected based on their activities and leadership, their community involve…

  Published April 27, 2026 | Tags: Illinois Farm Bureau
• IFB Young Leaders, Collegiate Farm Bureaus and Illinois FFA Chapters Raise More Than $233,000 for Hunger Relief

  Recognizing tremendous need in their communities, Illinois Farm Bureau Young Leaders, Collegiate Farm Bureau Chapters and Illinois FFA Chapters in 2025 proudly raised more than $ 233,000 for hunger relief and community assistance, donated a…

  Published April 20, 2026 | Tags: Illinois Farm Bureau