Charlie Radman, a corn and soybean farmer, stands for a photo on the land his family has owned since 1899, near Randolph, Minn., Wednesday, Dec. 10, 2025. (AP Photo/Mark Vancleave)
Agriculture
4 weeks ago
Trump wants to keep farmers happy with cash. They’re still worried about the future

“It’s a bridge. It’s not the ultimate solution we’re looking for,” said Charlie Radman, a fourth-generation farmer who grows corn and soybeans on the land his family has owned near Randolph, Minnesota, since 1899.

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Agriculture
1 month ago
State claims Trump cuts aid to Illinois farmers by more than half

Despite large trade losses, Farmers that receive aid in Illinois will not get as much relief as the last Trump term.

Evan Hultine was elected to a second term as Illinois Farm Bureau's Vice President.
Agriculture
1 month ago
Illinois Farm Bureau members elect officers

Phillip Nelson and Evan Hultine are familiar names to Illinois Farm Bureau members.

Agriculture
1 month ago
Pork Producers make food bank donation for holidays

More than fifty tons of processed pork will help make the season bright.

Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP)
Local
1 month ago
Upcoming SNAP benefit changes will raise ABAWD age, tighten work requirements

“There’s a lot of figuring out what will count as meeting a work requirement,” said Chris Garcia, a community health worker and navigator.

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IL State News
1 month ago
Prairie Farms recalls fat free milk over cleaning agent concern

The milk was sold in parts of Illinois and Wisconsin, but not likely in Springfield.

CHRISTMAS TREE
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1 month ago
7 expert tips for selecting and caring for a fresh Christmas tree

“If the tree dries out, it could become a fire hazard.”

Agriculture
1 month ago
Deere: Fiscal Q4 Earnings Snapshot

The results fell short of Wall Street expectations.

Agriculture
2 months ago
Thanksgiving dinner may be more affordable this year

Prices for a Thanksgiving meal for up to 10 have dropped significantly.

Holiday Guide
2 months ago
Thanksgiving in Illinois costs less — really!

Illinois Farm Bureau: Illinois did not have turkey problems that other states did.