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Flags of Canada, the United States, and Mexico waving against a blue sky
By Lyndi Allen June 24, 2026
The U.S. – Mexico – Canada Agreement (USMCA) has been delivering real results for American families, farmers, and businesses since 2020.
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By Tara Desmond June 18, 2026
What Illinois Farmers Should Know About the People Opening Global Doors for Their Grain
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By Matt from Becks June 18, 2026
Fungicide Timing and Today's Disease Challenges
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By Tara Desmond June 18, 2026
In honor of National Dairy Month, Illinois farmers and IL Corn helped deliver thousands of pounds of milk to food-insecure families.
Evan Leeper
By Lyndi Allen June 17, 2026
Meet Evan Leeper, a fifth-generation farmer working ground in Macon County that his family has farmed since the 1850s. A former infantryman who farms alongside his father and brother-in-law.
U.S. Department of Agriculture Building
By Lyndi Allen June 17, 2026
U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins announced a historic $125 million annual investment in agricultural research infrastructure across America, an opportunity for Illinois Universities
Baby with Corn Plastic Food Containers
By Pearl McDade June 12, 2026
Explore how corn is converted into PLA bioplastic for cups, food packaging, and 3D printing as demand grows for sustainable materials.
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By Tara Desmond June 11, 2026
PCM's 2026 Data Book, featured in this week's Prairie Farmer, shares 11 years of field data proving conservation and profitability go hand in hand.
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