United Soybean Board director Barry Alexander sees a bright future for soy-based products — and some of it is right under our feet, or tires.

The economic value of food and agriculture — and the fact that so much of it remains within the United States — is essential not just for food security, but for long‑term economic stability.

From supporting rural communities to marketing products internationally, the Illinois Department of Agriculture provides a wide range of programs.

Entries for the dairy cattle show at the 59th World Dairy Expo in Madison are now being accepted exclusively online at worlddairyexpo.com.

At a time when commodity prices remain under pressure and margins are already thin, higher operating expenses will place additional strain on farm viability, reports Jim Henry.

The United States is the world’s largest producer and exporter of corn. But that global market — and corn superpower status — is not guaranteed.

The latest projections highlight the challenges farmers continue to face as input costs remain elevated with historically low commodity prices.

China’s passenger car exports jumped 73% year-on-year in May to around 809,000 vehicles, an industry group reported, as higher gasoline and diesel prices due to the war in Iran raised interest in electric vehicles.

Are you looking to buy a vehicle that will help you avoid today’s high gas prices? A plug-in hybrid electric vehicle might be the answer.

As we gather this Fourth of July, it’s worth remembering and mentioning that the safest, most abundant and affordable food supply in the world happens because farmers and ranchers continue showing up every day despite the challenges.

Ford is recalling more than 250,000 vehicles that were incorrectly repaired under a previous recall meant to fix a problem that caused the engine to stall while driving.

Ford is recalling almost 420,000 vehicles because of a seat belt issue that may result in an injury if a crash occurs.

Honda is recalling more than 800,000 vehicles because rear suspension components may fail and cause drivers to lose control, increasing the chances of a crash or injury.

Scammers are creative, you have to give them that. They come up with ways to steal from us that we’ve never thought about.

U.S. gasoline prices decreased an average of 49 cents a gallon in the last month as expectations rose for an end to the war with Iran. But they’re not falling fast enough for President Donald Trump.

Around 160 people attended the 2026 Livestock Summit in Indianapolis, bringing together leaders and farmers from across the state.

Major shipowners have begun moving vessels through the Strait of Hormuz since the United States and Iran signed an interim agreement to end their war, maritime data company Lloyd’s List Intelligence said.

The new officers of Indiana FFA will travel the state in a car that runs on E85 fuel and has tires made with soybean oil in the tire tread compound.

Old work trucks are priceless links to our farming past.

Recreational boaters, like motorists, are feeling a pinch from the Iran war.

A train struck a semi-truck in eastern Iowa, killing one person and injuring another.

Agricultural conditions were unchanged or declined in most of the Federal Reserve Districts, while cost pressures intensified from fuel and fertilizer spikes.

Bryer Nelson is excited for the opportunities he will be given and the opportunities he will be sharing with FFA members during the upcoming year as the president of the Illinois Association FFA.

State lawmakers approved a $55.9 billion budget that included current-level funding for the Illinois Department of Agriculture.

These five students have been selected district winners for the Star in Agribusiness award after an extensive process of evaluating the students and their record books.

The experts at Edmunds have compiled a list of the five least expensive vehicles on sale in 2026. The cars will surprise you in terms of how much you get for your money.

Expanding access to American-grown fuels is one more way agriculture can help keep our country moving.

Honda racked up a $2.7 billion loss, the first-ever full year loss for the Japanese automaker, acknowledging heavy costs for its electric-vehicle plans, stemming from President Donald Trump’s pro-U.S. policies.

Japanese automaker Nissan said it reduced losses for the fiscal year through March, but remained in the red, battered by U.S. tariffs, inflation and intensifying competition.

Toyota’s profit fell 19% in the last fiscal year from a year earlier, as President Donald Trump’s tariffs bit into earnings at Japan’s top automaker.

With corn and soybean planting finished, Chad Bell is focusing on evaluating the stands and completing tissue sampling and soil testing.

A unique two-day class for first-time agriculture applicators came about to fill a void.

Americans paid more for their groceries last month, but high gasoline prices resulting from the Iran war were only one of the reasons why.

The U.S. House passed legislation allowing for year-round, nationwide sale of E15 fuel May 13 and the bill advances to the Senate.

The U.S. House’s passage of legislation allowing nationwide, year-round use of E15 drew mixed reactions from farm and biofuel groups.

American Dairy Association Indiana Inc. hosted the 52nd Rookie Celebration at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway, celebrating this year’s rookie drivers for the 110th running of the Indianapolis 500.

In observance of the 100th anniversary of Route 66, the Mid-State Collectors Club will host a tractor drive on June 20.

Edmunds’ auto experts have identified the five best off-roading midsize trucks right now.

Ford is recalling almost 1.4 million of its F-150 pickup trucks in the United States because of a gearshift issue that may lead to the loss of control of vehicles and increasing the risk of a crash.

Lactating dairy cattle bring shipped out of Indiana no longer need to be tested for highly pathogenic avian influenza prior to shipment, according to a recently announced policy from the U.S. Department of Agriculture.

For the 20th year in a row, American Dairy Association Indiana Inc. will have a veteran and rookie farmer present milk to the winner of the Indianapolis 500.

Preparing for taxes and the transition of farming operations from one generation to the next is important for farm families.

Poverty is deepening and hunger is increasing across Cuba, a country of nearly 10 million people.

Union Pacific delivered 5% higher earnings in the first quarter as the railroad worked to prepare its case to convince regulators that its $85 billion acquisition of eastern rival Norfolk Southern is a good idea.

Fertilizer shipment disruptions in the Persian Gulf due to the Iran conflict pushed prices to levels not seen since another war began four years ago.

Travelers on an East Tennessee interstate were forced to brake for workers — and drones, perhaps even a queen — when a truck carrying about 1 million bees crashed.

For decades, farmers and ranchers have been begging antitrust officials for probes into concentrated industries like meatpacking, seed, fertilizer, machinery and grain merchandising.

The rising cost of cars is contributing to increased concerns about affordability throughout American life.

Ford Motor Co. is recalling more than 400,000 vehicles because the windshield wiper arms can break, causing reduced visibility and increasing the risk of a crash.

Brazil’s massive dual-fuel fleet — consisting of vehicles capable of running on any combination of ethanol and gasoline — is unique in its scale.