An incredible 135 farm families received the Hoosier Homestead Award at the Indiana State Fair.

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.

The Illinois Department of Agriculture tent not only offers thirst-quenching treats, but also educates state fair visitors on the diversity of locally-grown products the Prairie State offers.

Toby Behrends of Sheffield was named Grand Champion Overall Master Showman during the 2026 Illinois State Fair Master Showmanship Contest.

The 2026 4-H Grand Drive, presented by Farm Credit Mid-America, shined the spotlight on the top 4-H exhibitors in Indiana.

Renowned cheese artists Sarah Kaufmann and Nancy Baker spent 250 hours designing and creating this year’s cheese sculpture at the Indiana State Fair.

Lt. Gov. Micah Beckwith and the Indiana State Department of Agriculture announced the winners of the 2026 Indiana Agriculture Photo Contest at the Indiana State Fair.

A phone call from a friend changed Debbie Ruff’s career trajectory 35 years ago, and she’s “still having fun” as ag literacy coordinator.

Illinois Agri-Women announced the three Legacy Farm Family Award winners for the Generations of Women in Agriculture Across America, or GoAg3, initiative.

I hosted the Regenerative Grazing System Contest for youth along with my close partner, Judy Bingman, and several of our Illinois Grazing Lands Coalition board members.

The 2026 Illinois State Fair theme, “Miles of Smiles,” celebrates the 100th anniversary of historic Route 66.

Each day of the Illinois State Fair, children, parents, grandparents and caregivers are invited to the Sensory Station for a special storytime hosted by the Imagination Library and local library partners.

FFA members from across Section 2 strutted their stuff at the Section 2 FFA Fair at the Lee County 4-H Fairgrounds in Amboy.

The Illinois Grazing Lands Coalition wrapped up the 2026 Heart of America Grazing Conference by recognizing three Illinois producers with the Master Grazier Award: Rick Adams, Terry Becherer and Perry Hottes.

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

The 2026 Indiana State Fair will come to town Aug. 7-23, with the fair closed on Mondays, featuring new attractions and entertainment.

Indiana’s commodity organizations will feature a mouthwatering lineup of new foods at the 2026 Indiana State Fair.

Fairgoers can save money at the Indiana State Fair with advance discounts, theme days, family packages and daily deals.

Purdue University always has a presence at the Indiana State Fair — and 2026 is no exception.

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

While weather and markets continue to test farmers, southern Indiana farmer Deidra Roell said there are reasons to be hopeful as harvest approaches.

Three historic milestones will be observed July 9-12 during this year’s Historic Farm Days.

Busch Light announced the return of its limited-edition farming can design, honoring farmers and America’s 250th anniversary.

Corn and soybeans struggled for a week or two after planting during the flash drought, but a few passing showers have sent corn past "knee-high by Fourth of July" by leaps and bounds.

A free concert, featuring Cherry Pie and Burn N’ Bush, will be the highlight at the Grandstand Track on Aug. 7 during the Carroll County Fair.

The Boone County Fair Association announced a change of pace for Grandstand entertainment Saturday at the Boone County Fair.

Pro wrestling, LEGOs and butter sculpting contests are among the new events at the Lee County Fair and 4-H Show.

One week of nonstop action is slated for the Champaign County Fair that’s been making memories since 1852.

The Marshall-Putnam Stars and Stripes A-Fair will feature daily patriotic themes and an “American Idol” favorite.

The Fairbury Fair is celebrating is 150th birthday with two nights of Grandstand concerts featuring national artists and a busy five days of fun.

Two nights of Demo Derby excitement are planned at the Grandstand during the 123rd Will County Fair, Aug. 26-30.

The 2026 Queen Contest is set for the opening day of the Ogle County Fair on July 29.

The Lake County Fair will return Aug. 7-16 as fairgoers celebrate one of northwest Indiana’s largest summer traditions.

The 180th LaPorte County Fair will be held July 11-18, featuring a full lineup of livestock shows and family activities.

The 102nd Jasper County Fair will be held July 25-Aug. 1, featuring an “America 250” patriotic theme in celebration of the country’s 250th year.

The 107th Newton County Pun’kin Vine Fair will be held July 13-18, bringing the community together with good food, 4-H shows, a carnival and entertainment for the whole family.

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

Exceptional FFA members from across the state who have developed extensive Supervised Agricultural Experience projects will be highlighted during the 98th annual Illinois FFA State Convention, set for June 9-11.

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.

Another class of young people will soon head out to find their place in the world. No matter how far they roam, they will carry a piece of home with them. And home is always rooting for them.

The Indiana State Fair and Corteva announced the 2026 Featured Farmers lineup, putting the spotlight on the faces behind Indiana agriculture.

Watching high school students become successful in their careers has been a highlight for Joe Steffen as the agriculture teacher and FFA adviser at Newark Community High School.

The Brookfield Aces 4-H club is like a large family where members are encouraged to help each other with their projects, community service activities and fundraisers.

Northwest Indiana youth in grades 3-12 are invited to explore the exciting world of urban agriculture and local food systems through the 2026 4-H Urban Agriculture Youth Program, hosted by Purdue Extension Lake County.

It is important for everyone to do things that fill up their mind, body and spirit.

The Indiana State Fair and Indianapolis Indians are partnering to present this year’s state fair theme, “Always a Hit.”

St. Joseph Ag Days will be held April 10-12 this spring as a free, interactive way for families to learn about agriculture.

In an effort to elevate rural communities, Illinois Farm Bureau partnered with county Farm Bureaus to award 30 Rural Development Grants totaling $120,000 to support local projects across the state.

Broadcasting legend and farmer advocate and friend Orion Samuelson died March 16, WGN Radio announced.