Farm
Learn about Illinois farm life, farms to visit, agritourism destinations, gardening tips, ag news and fun farm facts.
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This Alexander County Farmer Grows and Sells High-Protein ‘Cahokia’ Rice
Farmer Blake Gerard grows a high-protein rice developed by scientists at LSU, naming it Cahokia rice after the...
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Planting Presses Through Another Unprecedented Season
We now begin another historic planting season with challenges beyond our control. And as a business deemed essential,...
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A Fondness for 4-H Fairs
A reflection on childhood memories of 4-H fairs and the joy a mother feels being able to pass...
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4 Facts About Conservation on Illinois Farms
Over the last 60 years, Illinois farms have more than doubled production while using 11% less land. (USDA...
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Get the Dirt on Soil Conservation
Farmers depend upon the soil to nourish crops and pastures, and to realize the soil's full potential, farmers...
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Farm Stewardship Celebrated on Earth Day
The world celebrates the 50th anniversary of Earth Day in April, a time when Illinois farmers work with...
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How a Corn and Soybean Planter Works (VIDEO)
As planting season winds down, an Illinois farmer shows just how a corn and soybean planter works as...
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F.A.R.M. for Health Is Collecting Items for Medical Personnel
Farmers & Ranchers Masks for Health is collecting new and unused items to donate, including N95 masks.
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6 Fun Gardening Projects to Do With Kids
Kids and kitchen scraps: these gardening projects provide fun for children while reducing food waste.
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A Brief History of Thyme (and How to Grow It)
Thyme is a hardy perennial in Illinois. There are more than 100 species from which to choose, ranging...
