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IFB Young Leaders Donate 41,527 LBS of Food During Harvest for All Campaign
Recognizing tremendous need in their communities, Illinois Farm Bureau Young Leaders proudly raised more than $94,000 and donated a total of 41,527 lbs. of food and 501 volunteer hours during the annual Illinois Harvest for All campaign.
Published November 26, 2024 Source: | Tags: news release, press release, Harvest for All, IFB Young Leaders

Sangamon County Agronomist Named 2024 Top Crop Adviser
Matthew Montgomery, of Chatham, was recently named recipient of the 2024 Illinois Certified Crop Adviser Award in recognition of his exemplary service and knowledge in nutrient management and crop production.
Published November 20, 2024 Source: | Tags: News Release, Press Release, CCA Award

Illinois Farm Bureau Responds to American Farm Bureau Federation's Vote to Terminate IFB’s Membership
Illinois Farm Bureau President Brian Duncan today issued a memo on the American Farm Bureau Federation Board of Directors’ vote to terminate IFB’s membership in the federation.
Published November 13, 2024 Source: | Tags: IFB statement

Illinois Farm Bureau Congratulates Legislators, Local Officials on Election
Illinois Farm Bureau congratulates all elected officials. We look forward to working with them at all levels of our government to share the value and strength of Illinois agriculture
Published November 6, 2024 Source: | Tags: election, statement, IFB statement

Grants Promote Ag Literacy Through Illinois Agriculture in the Classroom
The Illinois Agriculture in the Classroom (IAITC) program remains a trusted teacher resource for educating children about connections to agriculture. This week the program received funding to continue classroom lessons thanks to IAA Foundat…
Published October 14, 2024 Source:

Drew Baldridge to Perform During Illinois Farm Bureau Annual Meeting
Illinois Farm Bureau is excited to announce country singer and Illinois native Drew Baldridge as this year’s musical talent during the organization’s 110th Annual Meeting in Chicago.
Published October 1, 2024 Source: | Tags: IFB annual meeting, press release, news release

Agricultural Education Teachers Named to Beginning Teacher Grant Program
Four new Illinois agriculture education teachers were recently recognized by the IAA Foundation as recipients of an Illinois Agricultural Education Teacher Grant.
Published September 23, 2024 Source: | Tags: Press Release, news release, IAA foundation

Illinois Farm Bureau Young Leaders Named Excellence in Ag, Achievement Award Winners
A Montgomery County couple and a Henry County ag advocate were recently named winners of prestigious Illinois Farm Bureau Young Leader awards.
Published September 17, 2024 Source: | Tags: press release, news release, IFB Young Leaders, Young Leader awards

Winners of the 24th Illinois State Fair Master Showmanship Contest Announced
Sixty young livestock exhibitors vied for the title of “Grand Champion Overall Master Showman” on Aug. 9 during the 2024 Illinois State Fair Master Showmanship Contest.
Published August 12, 2024 Source: Illinois Farm Bureau | Tags: Press Release, News Release, Master Showmanship Contest, Illinois State Fair

Illinois Commodity Groups Speak on Agriculture Issues During State Fair
Illinois farmers, commodity organizations, and other agricultural influencers are hosting a media availability to share information on current Illinois ag policy initiatives, specific concerns, programs, and achievements. During this event,…
Published July 31, 2024 Source: | Tags: Media Advisory, News Release, Illinois State Fair, State Fair, farm bill