Growing up, 4-H was simply part of life.

Casey's is continuing its partnership with 4-H, America's largest youth development organization, to help create opportunities for young people and strengthen the rural communities both organizations proudly serve.

Indiana Pork donated $5,000 worth of ground pork to a Vanderburgh County food pantry, which will provide thousands of protein-rich meals for local families facing food insecurity.

Mark Legan, owner of Legan Livestock and Grain, received the AgriVision Award at the Indiana State Fair.

The AgriStress Helpline — at 833-897-2474 — is a free and confidential crisis and support line that you can call or text 24/7.

There’s a reason the U.S. House passed the AM Radio for Every Vehicle Act — and for those of us who live and work in rural America, that reason hits pretty close to home.

Reginaldo Haslett-Marroquin's approach to farming has brought together an unlikely network of Midwesterners dedicated to caring for the Earth for spiritual reasons.

Farm women have many responsibilities in their job descriptions, including kinkeeping.

Franklin Farmers Market was voted winner of the fourth annual Indiana’s Ultimate Farmers Market Challenge.

The farm bill is one of the most significant pieces of legislation affecting food and agriculture.

Long-awaited actions by the U.S. Internal Revenue Service and Department of Energy to clarify the 45Z Clean Fuel Production Credits in support of domestic biofuel production were welcomed by commodity groups.

When illness, injury or disaster strikes a farm family, the responsibilities of running a farm don’t stop.

The annual 19th century harvest festival Jordbruksdagarna will take place Sept. 26-27 in historic Bishop Hill in northwestern Illinois.

From fighting late-season weeds to unpredictable weather, northern Indiana farmer Clay Geyer has been kept on his toes as he prepares for harvest.

For three decades, AgriNews and Beck’s have celebrated the dedication and achievements of an outstanding Indiana farm family, spotlighting their exceptional contributions to agriculture and their community.

For 25 years, World Dairy Expo’s Virtual Farm Tours have connected attendees with innovative dairy operations from across the globe.

As agriculture faces rising costs, tighter margins and increasing competition from non-farm uses, land-use decisions made today will shape whether the next generation of farmers and ranchers can enter, expand and keep working the land needed to support the U.S. farm economy.

Indiana Pork and Indiana Beef teamed up to help Hoosiers impacted by recent devastating floods in central Indiana.

Overall agricultural conditions in the Corn Belt continue to be dampened by lower commodity prices, higher input costs and tighter credit.

Strong trade relationships with Canada and Mexico help strengthen family farms, support rural communities and keep American agriculture competitive around the world.

Deidra Roell, a fifth-generation grain farmer in Washington County in southern Indiana, shared the latest on her farm with AgriNews.

Illinois Stewardship Alliance presented two awards recognizing outstanding farmer leaders for their contribution to sustainable and local agriculture in Illinois.

In honor of the nation’s 250th birthday, Conservation World visitors during the Illinois State Fair had a chance to record their stories, memories and hopes for future generations.

Gov. JB Pritzker’s career as a venture capitalist and philanthropist from Chicago seems far-removed from agriculture, yet they parallel one another, according to the two-term governor.

Republican U.S. Senate candidate Don Tracy stressed the need for more certainty from Capitol Hill for farmers.

Illinois Soybean Association and Illinois Soybean Growers brought together members of the Mexican Consulate and Illinois General Assembly for a discussion highlighting the value of Illinois soybeans, strong trade relations and the impact Illinois farmers have across the world.

After undergoing a rigorous judging process, 20 farmers were identified as the Illinois Soybean Association’s fifth class of Illinois 20 Under 40 farmers.

For many of us whose roots run deep on a family farm, land isn’t just an asset. It provides food, supports wildlife, filters water and tells the story of generations who have cared for it.

Public lands offer quality grazing grounds for livestock, which in turn reduces wildfire risk and contributes to the vitality of rural communities across the West.

What makes a state fair so unique is it provides multiple, wide-ranging experiences within the same day.

For over two decades, Wayne and Jamie Keller have been sponsors of the Du Quoin State Fair Junior Livestock Show.

Tyson Foods announced the closure of three beef processing facilities, including the 3,000-head-per-day slaughtering plant in Joslin in northwestern Illinois.

The Illinois Department of Agriculture announced the award recipients of the Local Food Infrastructure Grant Program, distributing nearly $4 million in fiscal year 2026 funding to support the continued expansion of Illinois’ local food system.

Results of a new study about women in agriculture were unveiled by American Farm Bureau Federation’s Women’s Leadership Committee.

Joe Steffen received the Golden Owl Award and a $3,000 Nationwide-funded donation to further Newark Community High School’s agricultural education efforts during the 2026 IAVAT Conference.

Between wrapping up a challenging wheat harvest and managing other farm tasks, From the Fields reporter Clay Geyer has had little time to slow down.

Every farm lost takes with it generations of knowledge, community leadership and the heartbeat of local economies.

Hoosier farmers will be honored at the Indiana State Fair as part of the 2026 Featured Farmers program hosted by the fair and Corteva.

It is important to break the stigma around mental health challenges and encourage those struggling to reach out for help.

As the country celebrates 250 years of independence, many Americans still remember the bicentennial celebration held in 1976.

The community of Vincennes in southwestern Indiana is celebrating America’s 250th anniversary for the remainder of the year.

Indiana brought a piece of Hoosier pride to the National Mall for the Great American State Fair.

Alan Guebert experienced countless changes over his long career as an ag journalist, ranging from technology to news coverage.

Too many officials in the Trump administration and several farm-state Capitol Hill leaders believe that just saying something is true makes it true.

Few phrases in rural America carry more weight than eminent domain.

It’s been nearly a decade since Congress last passed a farm bill, making a new one long overdue.

The 37th annual Ice Cream Social was hosted by American Dairy Association Indiana with proceeds benefiting Indiana Sports Corp.

At a time when farmers are facing the toughest economic environment we’ve seen in a generation, we need every tool available to help strengthen farm income and create new opportunities for agriculture.

To ensure volunteer emergency response departments are equipped with technology and tools to effectively respond to rural emergencies, Compeer Financial awarded 48 departments in Illinois grants totaling $330,982.

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