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AGRICULTURE, HUMAN HEALTH AND ECOSYSTEMS AT RISK AS ILLINOIS’ CLIMATE IS QUICKLY CHANGING, REPORT SHOWS –

In an extensive new report released Tuesday, the Nature Conservancy details how Illinois’ climate has transformed and looks forward to what more change might mean for the state’s agriculture, human health and already-stressed ecosystems. Illinois farmer Jeff Kirwan, who serves on the board of directors for the Illinois Farm Bureau, said variability seems to have increased a bit, but it’s hard to assess. (Chicago Tribune)