Illinois Pork Producers Association news
In a country known for its robust agricultural industry, it is disheartening to know just how many people struggle with hunger.
The Burgener family, of Moweaqua, was named the Illinois Pork Producers Association 2024 Family of the Year.
State FFA President Thaddeus Bergschnider, Vice President Eric Wisley, Reporter Cooper Nelson, Secretary Riley Kessler and Treasurer Benjamin Bremmer are nine months through their year as state officers.
The Illinois Soybean Association, together with Illinois’ other commodity and agriculture organizations, is once again calling for nominations to the Illinois 20 Under 40 Awards.
Three superior members of the Illinois Agri-Women were honored with awards during the group’s annual meeting.
Whether it’s caring for expectant sows, introducing Peoria County fourth-graders to baby pigs or steering the Illinois Pork Producers Association as its new president, Cheryl Cowser Walsh approaches each task with a positive mindset.
The Illinois Pork Producers Association is leading a call to members of the Illinois congressional delegation for a legislative remedy to state-by-state livestock production requirements.
The second annual Illinois Ag Retail Survey is underway to collect data on nutrient management practices.
While there’s not a lot that the leader of the state’s pork association can do about the current condition of the Illinois and U.S. pork industry, the Illinois Pork Expo can help producers stay prepared for whatever comes.
Illinois Farm Families’ “We Are the 96%” campaign will resume paid advertising opportunities in January and February, concluding with a Super Bowl commercial for Illinois audiences on Feb. 11.
2023 was a year of wins and continued challenges that will extend into the new year for the corn industry.
Illinois high school football teams have entered the final weeks of playoffs, but one team already has a championship title.
The upcoming implementation of California Proposition 12 on Jan. 1 and its ramifications is among the primary focuses of the Illinois Pork Producers Association.
The Illinois Corn Growers Association teamed up with agricultural organizations throughout the state on Aug. 3 to discuss emerging markets and legislation impacting the industry.
After undergoing a rigorous judging process, 20 farmers were identified as the second class of Illinois 20 Under 40 award winners.