What is IFB®?
Advocacy
Our members develop grassroots policy that allows us to be a local, state and federal voice with trusted relationships in the legislative, regulatory and industry spaces to serve as an impactful advocate for our members.
Advocacy In Action » Leaders to Washington | FB ACT® | Adopt-A-Legislator® | Governmental Affairs Leadership Conference | Allies in Agriculture | ACTIVATOR®
Information
We deliver trusted news and educational resources of unmatched value so our members can make sound business decisions.
Information In Action » FarmWeek | RFD Radio | Transportation Resources | Rules for the Road | Field Days | Award-winning docuseries: Fields Apart: Rooted Together | Sustaining Our Future | Cultivating Our Communities
Development
We commit to developing members at every stage of their career through leadership development, networking, and enhanced business acumen to improve their opportunity for profitability and build a strong community of agriculturists.
Development In Action » IAA Foundation | Illinois Agriculture in the Classroom | Collegiate Farm Bureau® | Events | RIMSAP | IVET | Agricultural Leaders of Tomorrow | Rural Development Grants | Young Leaders | Farm Bureau® Advantage Conference
How can I shop local?
We're making local more accessible!
Start shopping local farm and food businesses in and around your community. It’s a great way to support your local community!
Shop Local features an interactive map that contains the names, addresses, and telephone numbers of over 1700 Illinois farms and businesses who market through pick-your own, roadside markets, farmers markets, farm stands, CSAs, and wholesale.
Shop Local is brought to you through a partnership with Illinois Farm Bureau®, in cooperation with the Illinois Specialty Growers Association, and Illinois MarketMaker.
To learn more: Shop Local
Cooking with Darryl
COMING SOON!
This Farm Girl Cooks
Bio: Deanne Frieders is a Midwest farm wife and the heart behind This Farm Girl Cooks, where she helps busy families simplify mealtime with easy, farm-fresh recipes. With a passion for supporting local agriculture, Deanne champions the importance of shopping local and cooking with fresh, quality ingredients. Her recipes blend simplicity, flavor, and a deep appreciation for the hard work of local farmers. When she’s not cooking, you can find Deanne speaking at events or on social media sharing tips on how families can make mealtime easier and more enjoyable.
Family Friendly Recipes & Field Meals 🥘
Helping you get dinner on the table!
My (unfiltered) perspective on farm life 😉
Find all my recipes here ⬇️
What is Food for Thought?
Food for Thought is a Regional Advertising Group funded by Northeastern County Farm Bureaus with Illinois Farm Bureau to connect farmers with consumers like you!
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Bureau County Farm Bureau |
Cook County Farm Bureau |
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Dekalb County Farm Bureau |
DuPage County Farm Bureau |
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Ford-Iroquois Farm Bureau |
Illinois Farm Bureau |
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Kane County Farm Bureau |
Kankakee County Farm Bureau |
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Kendall-Grundy Farm Bureau |
Lake County Farm Bureau |
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LaSalle County Farm Bureau |
McHenry County Farm Bureau |
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Will County Farm Bureau |
Winnebago-Boone Farm Bureau
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