Farm Facts
Quick fun facts about farms and agricultural products.
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November 20, 2016
10 Fun Facts About Poinsettias
Poinsettias are known for their bright red color, but did you know these other interesting flower facts?
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October 28, 2016
Farm Facts: Pigs
Check out cool facts about Illinois' pig sector.
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October 28, 2016
Hydroponics History
The roots of hydroponics reach back thousands of years.
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December 2, 2015
Christmas Tree Trivia
Find cool Christmas tree trivia from University of Illinois Extension educator Ron Wolford.
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October 29, 2015
Farm Focus: Soybeans
Check out interesting farm facts about Illinois soybeans.
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October 11, 2015
PORK-apalooza Kicks Off October Pork Month
Celebrate October Pork Month with activities from the Illinois Pork Producers Association.
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August 10, 2015
Farm Facts: Illinois Farmers
Discover interesting facts about the Illinois farmers that grow our food.
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August 10, 2015
Pork Pride in October
October brings bright fall colors and trick-or-treating, but also celebrates an important Illinois commodity – pork.
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August 1, 2015
Why Leaves Change Color in the Fall
How do they do that? How do leaves that have been green all summer transform to red, yellow,...
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June 24, 2015
Illinois Farms Impact State Economy
According to a 2015 study, farming impacts the state economy by providing billions of dollars and hundreds of...