– An analysis of Illinois farm data shows taking prevent plant in 2019 was a good decision for most farmers. (Brownfield Ag News

This summer is turning out to be a bloodbath for restaurant owners across the country. (Forbes)

Construction of pig farms and rapid restocking will ease tight pork supply from the fourth quarter, an official at China’s Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs said on Monday. (Reuters)

This fall, people will have the opportunity to vote yes or no to a $3.7 billion progressive income tax hike proposed by the governor. This week, a statewide coalition formed to urge people to vote no to that tax. (WAND)

– If current growing conditions continue central Illinois Farmers will be anticipating having a good crop this year. (The Courier

– Intensive testing of meat, seafood and other products for the coronavirus has tripled customs clearance times at some major Chinese ports, raising concerns the delays could ensnare global trade flows. (Bloomberg)