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For more than 100 years, Illinois Farm Bureau and County Farm Bureaus have worked to improve agriculture and strengthen rural communities. Today we represent 70,000 farmers across Illinois, delivering members an advantage through impactful advocacy, trusted information and meaningful development to support their careers and farm families. With 93 County Farm Bureaus across 102 counties, your local connection to a powerful statewide network is never far away.
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The Illinois Farm Bureau Advantage
Impactful Advocacy
We are your voice in local, state and national decision-making. From the county board room to the U.S. Capitol, IFB members shape grassroots policy that protects agriculture and rural life. Through programs like Adopt-A-Legislator® and Allies in Agriculture, Illinois Farm Bureau connects decision-makers with farmers, strengthening relationships and ensuring that legislators and local officials make informed decisions
Trusted Information
When markets move or regulations change, members rely on IFB for timely and accurate updates. FarmWeek, RFD Radio Network®, our podcasts, specialized resources and world-class events deliver statewide ag news and market information you can use. Partners magazine and media outreach connect agriculture with the broader community.
Meaningful Development
IFB invests in leadership and growth at every career stage. Young Leaders programs offer networking and service for members ages 18–35, while the Agricultural Leaders of Tomorrow (ALOT) program provides in-depth training in communication, policy and economics. The Rural Development Grant Program supports projects that strengthen local communities.
Resources to Run Your Farm
We provide practical tools that help members operate efficiently and stay compliant.
- Transportation “Rules for the Road” guides for licensing, weights and permits
- H-2A guidance
- Food safety training and HACCP support for local processors
- Nutrient Stewardship grants and field days to improve soil health and water quality
- Shop Local map with more than 1,700 listings to connect farms with customers
- The Code of Country Living, the guide for rural life.
Mental Health and Wellness
Farming can be stressful. Our Mental Health and Wellness hub connects you with confidential helplines, counseling and support programs, including the Farm Family Resource Initiative (1-833-FARM-SOS). Because a healthy farm starts with a healthy you.
IAA Foundation
Your support of the IAA Foundation fuels programs that keep agriculture strong.
Awarding Scholarships — helping students pursue ag degrees and return to strengthen Illinois agriculture
Preserving Farm Legacies — impacting future generations through transformational charitable work
Cultivating Agricultural Literacy — bringing engaging ag education to classrooms statewide
Supporting the Future of Agriculture — awarding a total of more than $1 million in grants, gifts and scholarships to support the future of agriculture through education and research
Why It All Matters
Illinois Farm Bureau is more than a membership. It is a network, an advocate and a partner for those who grow, raise or support Illinois agriculture. By joining IFB, you connect with:
- A unified voice protecting your rights and business
- Trusted information that keeps you ahead
- Opportunities to learn, lead and give back
- Programs and grants that invest in you and your community
- 300,000+ discounts. Membership provides you exclusive access to more than 300,000 discounts, saving you money on everything from burgers to beach vacations, hotel stays to hearing aids, and pickup trucks to rental cars. Learn more.
Join the 70,000 farmers and ag professionals who know the Illinois Farm Bureau Advantage.