Did You Miss These? Our Top April Stories Are Here


By Tara Desmond • May 14, 2026

April was a busy month! Whether you're catching up or revisiting your favorites, here's a look at some of our top stories from April. And don't forget new stories drop every week right here on our website, and IL Corn TV has new episodes weekly, so there's always something worth tuning in for!

1. How Less Nitrogen Led to More Bushels

Illinois farmer Jared shares how 168 lbs of nitrogen produced 308 bu/acre.

Jared Brown - Illinois Farmer

2. NCERC: Driving the Future of Ethanol

Illinois farmers and legislators visited NCERC for a tour to learn about it's expansion plans.

NCERC

3. IL Corn Scholarship Recipients

Five outstanding students named to receive support for their ag career paths.

IL Corn Scholarship Recipients

4. Get to Know IL Corn TV Host Lindsay Croke

20+ years in ag, get to know Lindsay

Lindsay, Phil, Jim and Dave a couple years ago at Farm Progress Show

5. What Farmers Still Need to Know About Black Cutworm

Black cutworm returns each spring, threatening young corn.

Black Cutworm

6. Meet the 2026 Illinois County Fair Queen

Krista Phillips shares how her role goes  beyond the crown connecting communities and ag.

Black Cutworm

7. Get to Know IL Farmer Ron Meece

Ron farms with his sons Kyle and Ryan in Monticello, Illinois.

Meece Family Farm

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