Forecasting daily weather and predicting what climate will be five years or 50 years from now have very different outcomes. That’s why meteorologists use different models to make accurate predictions, writes Duane Friend, U of I Extension climate specialist. READ MORE

The demand for cover crops is growing across Illinois, which could lead to supply and logistical challenges to match volume and freight needs. Ryan Snyder, GROMARK forage, turf and wheat product manager, writes that advance planning can help farmers avoid issues and result in a successful cover crop program. READ MORE

For Illinois Agriculture in the Classroom (IAITC) programs statewide, the funds mean educators and students will receive materials, educational lessons and activities during the 2022-2023 school year. READ MORE

She farms and runs an equipment business near Paris with her husband, Eric, works for the Farm Service Agency in Edgar County, hauls grain at harvest and helps care for the family’s cattle herd and show pigs. A mother of three, Tate has also volunteered in various roles with Illinois Farm Bureau for more than a decade prior to becoming county president. “I really do enjoy being busy. We’re just kind of jacks of all trades around here,” Tate said. READ MORE

Meet Kendall County 4H entomologist Matias Habib and learn about the 17-year-old’s amazing journey to develop a biopesticide. During National 4H Week, the National 4H Council named Habib one of four Youth in Action Award recipients for his work in agriculture. READ MORE

Combines rolled through dusty fields the past few weeks as much of the state was in a moisture deficit. Scattered rain this week was welcomed by farmers. “I think we needed a day or two of wetness to catch up on rest and repairs,” Lance Tarochione, DEKALB/Asgrow technical agronomist, told FarmWeek’s Daniel Grant. But as farmers push through harvest, the ongoing shortage of machinery parts is throwing a monkey wrench in plans. READ MORE