Budget reconciliation legislation that includes farm safety net enhancements, higher reference prices and biofuel tax credits was approved by Congress and signed into law by President Donald Trump.

U.S. cattle producers with an interest in strengthening the economic position of their individual farms and ranches and in ensuring the health and safety of their livestock herd would not knowingly support policies that conflict with their own interests and goals.

The theme for this year’s fair sets the tone for an unforgettable journey through all that makes the Illinois State Fair a must-see event — livestock competitions, jaw-dropping performances, thrilling carnival rides, delicious food and nonstop entertainment.

Many of us grew up in homes where words like “please,” “thank you” and “you’re welcome” were as routine as brushing your teeth. These were not just phrases. They were signs of character.

The herd at the University of Illinois dairy farm provides animals for research projects, as well as an opportunity for students to learn about dairy herd management.

All the feed for the University of Illinois farms — including poultry, beef, dairy and swine — are formulated at the Feed Technology Center.

While bovine viral diarrhea virus presents serious challenges, producers have reliable tools like vaccination, testing and biosecurity to manage it.

Identifying their business goal will help cattlemen determine where to allocate dollars in their operation.

The Hawaii Department of Agriculture plans to overhaul its rules this summer to allow more than just agricultural production on 25,000 acres under a new agricultural enterprise lands program.

Before railroads were established in Illinois, cattle and hog farmers drove their animals to livestock markets and processing facilities.

The goal of the Federal Milk Marketing Orders is to spread the benefits of the higher fluid milk prices to more dairymen.

Four companies have been selected for the inaugural cohort for the Midwest Dairy Accelerator — an intensive eight-week virtual initiative designed to accelerate the next generation of dairy forward food and beverage entrepreneurs.

People working in the maternity area of a dairy farm provide a specialized type of care for the animals.

Evaluating cattle productivity often focuses on common benchmarks such as body condition, weight and feed consumption.

Not all teat dips are created equal. With milk quality being a constant priority and teat dip being a key input cost on a farm, understanding what sets one product apart is more important than ever.

The Animal Agriculture Alliance announced the return of its annual College Aggies Online scholarship program.

As the Indiana State Fair approaches, Jeanette Merritt is preparing for two of her favorite weeks of the year.

The agricultural economic outlook across the Corn Belt’s Federal Reserve Districts remain subdued.

Lena Olson’s love for animals is in her DNA.

Incorporating cover crops into their regenerative farming system has been a learning process for the Riskedal family this spring.

With just a couple months left until harvest, fields across the region are in the height of growing season.

Farmers truly share a bond, no matter where we live or what we grow and raise.

It never ceases to amaze me how otherwise rational adults can turn into combative middle schoolers the moment certain hot-button topics hit the table.

Over $7,000 was raised for Indiana Sports Corp. through American Dairy Association Indiana’s annual Ice Cream Social.

A Wisconsin dairy farmer alleged in a federal lawsuit that the Trump administration is illegally denying financial assistance to white farmers by continuing programs that favor minorities.

We should be back in the sheep barn this year with some lambs my granddaughter is bringing for the 4-H show.

With good yields come low prices, so at times like these it’s good to have some diversification.

There will be at least three more pasture walks put on by the Illinois Grazing Lands Coalition coming up.

William Henert spends a significant amount of his time during this period of the growing season spraying crop protection products on the corn, soybean and seed corn crops on the northern Illinois farm.

This year, the U.S. Department of Agriculture designated 243 veterinary shortage areas across 46 states — the highest number recorded.

With 2025 half gone, the cautious American ag economy, like the slowing U.S. economy, now tiptoes into its second half.

A young family from California recently stopped at the Ropp Jersey Cheese store where they shared some of their common along with unique experiences with Ken Ropp.

The 2025 Indiana Barn Foundation Barn Tour will be held in LaGrange County on Sept. 13, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Chris Hoffman is president of Pennsylvania Farm Bureau. He is a first-generation hog and chicken farmer.

Entries for the Dairy Cattle Show at the 58th World Dairy Expo are now being accepted, exclusively online at worlddairyexpo.com.

Admission tickets and ExpoTV subscriptions are now available for purchase and allow you to access World Dairy Expo from wherever you are during the first week of October.

CattleCon 2026 is heading Feb. 3-5 to the heart of downtown Nashville, and it’s time to get involved in the largest cattle industry event of the year.

“Summertime, when the livin’ is easy.” That line from a well-known song couldn’t be further from the truth.

With the record prices being paid for fat cattle I am trying to get them to eat and gain as fast as possible so we can take advantage of this crazy-high cattle market.

By having the HeatSiecker patches on this year, it allowed for digital alerts of estrus and not having to spend as much time visually observing the cows in person.

Illinois Farm Bureau is hosting Nutrient Stewardship Field Days this summer for farmers and industry partners to collaborate and discuss ongoing research and innovative approaches to nutrient stewardship.

Cow comfort, especially in the dry period, is the most important part of mastitis management, said Ben Smith, owner of Cool Lawn Farm.

Agriculture leaders voiced support for the massive spending and tax package bill that includes significant new farm program funding.

Farming is all about being resilient, and Mindy Orschell and her family have had to be just that as weather challenges impacted planting this spring.

The U.S. pork industry is charting a new course to engage with American consumers and boost domestic demand as trade policy and global market dynamics threaten the pace of export sales.

Questions and concerns about foreign countries owning U.S. land did not start recently nor will they end anytime soon.

The National Cattlemen’s Beef Association announced strong support for the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s plan to build a New World screwworm sterile fly facility at Moore Air Base in south Texas.

The Secure Beef Supply website has been redesigned to better serve the growing number of users seeking new, updated and classic biosecurity resources.

Corn Belt agricultural conditions ranged from weak to slightly favorable in the latest Federal Reserve’s Beige Book.

The 36th annual Ice Cream Social will be held from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. July 10 on Monument Circle in downtown Indianapolis.