Critical Conversations: How Commodity Groups are Looking Towards Future

Tara Desmond

August 29th, 2024  |  Today's News |  ICMB |  Exports |  Legislation & Regulation

In an ever-evolving global market, the importance of agricultural commodities coming together has never been more critical. Last Friday, leaders from various commodity groups gathered to discuss...

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IL Corn Marketing Board Elects Leadership

Tara Desmond

August 29th, 2024  |  Today's News |  ICMB

Jeff Scates, a farmer from Shawneetown, Illinois was elected by his peers to serve as Chairman of IL Corn Marketing Board (ICMB) for the 2024 – 2025 term. Jeff began farming at a young age and,...

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Canadian Rail Strike Threatens Trade Flows, While BNSF Stops Trains To Mexico

U.S. Grains Council

August 22nd, 2024  |  Today's News |  ICMB |  Exports

On Monday, Aug. 19, the U.S. Grains Council (Council) signed onto an industry letter comprised of 35 organizations that urged Canadian Prime Minister Trudeau to address concerns regarding a...

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8 Farmers Share Best and Worst Decisions

Tara Desmond

August 22nd, 2024  |  Today's News |  ICGA |  ICMB |  Conservation

1. "In the 1970s, when our dad retired, my brother and I took over the farm, along with an employee who struggled with some performance issues. The employee quit unexpectedly during the busy...

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Top 5 Videos & Stories of July

August 15th, 2024  |  Today's News |  ICGA |  ICMB

  Top Videos Top Stories AI Meets Ag     2024 Cover Crop Coupon     Illinois State Fair...

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IL Corn Fuels Conversation at State Fair

August 15th, 2024  |  Today's News |  ICGA |  ICMB |  Locks and Dams |  Ethanol |  Livestock |  Exports |  Public Outreach |  Conservation |  Legislation & Regulation

IL Corn made a significant impact at the Illinois State Fair, engaging with both consumers and elected officials. Fairground visitors were introduced to the role of corn in decarbonizing the...

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“We Are the 96%” Campaign End Summary Reveals Massive Results for Illinois Farm Families

Lindsay Croke

August 8th, 2024  |  Today's News |  ICMB |  Public Outreach

Statewide campaign featuring Illinois farm families is seen 50+ million times   Working together, Illinois agriculture has left a big impression on the non-farming segment of the state. The...

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Are Pesticides the Primary Cause of Species Decline in North America?

Richard A. Brain, Ph.D.

August 8th, 2024  |  Today's News |  ICMB |  Additional Research

Popular culture suggests as much; however, a systematic review of the evidence indicates otherwise. A recent publication evaluated the primary, secondary, tertiary, quaternary, and quinary...

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New Study Ranks Illinois as #1 in Total Economic Output in the U.S.

Tara Desmond

August 7th, 2024  |  Today's News |  ICGA |  ICMB |  Ethanol |  Livestock |  Exports |  Public Outreach |  Conservation |  Additional Research

Corn farming is one of the largest sectors in American agriculture. The nation’s corn farmers bolster the economy and help build strong communities. There are firms in 524 industry sectors across...

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IL Corn Summer Interns Share Ag Impact

Shelby & Grace

August 1st, 2024  |  Today's News |  ICGA |  ICMB

IL Corn recognizes the importance of nurturing young talent, so it provides educational and leadership opportunities whenever possible. Every summer, IL Corn offers internship programs. This...

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