Rural Restaurant Bingo
In these challenging times, McLean County Farm Bureau would like to support & promote restaurants in our rural communities with a “Bingo” promotion. Dine (including carry-out or delivery if available) … Read More
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USDA Coronavirus Food Assistance Program (CFAP) – Round 2
USDA Coronavirus Food Assistance Program (CFAP) – Round 2 Applications are being accepted now (Sept. 21 through Dec. 11, 2020) Call your FSA county office to make an appointment. McLean … Read More
Ag Day Highlights COVID-19 Impacts
The ripple effects of COVID-19 and challenges facing farmers and the food supply served as the focus for Leadership McLean County Ag Day held Sept. 18. A group of 21 … Read More
MCFB Makes Sweet Corn Donation
McLean County Farm Bureau donated more than 1,000 ears of fresh sweet corn to Thornton Township Food Assistance Center last week to feed families in need. Located in our adopted … Read More
2020 Golden Clovers Honored
Four dedicated supporters of 4-H and the McLean County Fair received recognition as 2020 Golden and Emerald Clover Award winners. Larry and Mary Mohr were honored as Golden Clovers for … Read More
MCFB Sponsors New Little Free Library
McLean County Farm Bureau is sponsoring a new Little Free Library that will be installed in the Children’s Garden at the Illinois State University Horticulture Center in Normal. The barn … Read More
Hawk, Witte Complete ALOT Training
McLean County Farm Bureau members Rachel Hawk and Jacqueline Witte recently completed the 2020 Illinois Farm Bureau Agricultural Leaders of Tomorrow (ALOT) program. The nine-week training allows participants to study … Read More
Golf Outing Raises Funds Despite Rain
More than 40 golfers hit the links to benefit local agricultural education efforts at the 2020 McLean County Farm Bureau Foundation Golf Outing held July 27 in Bloomington. Despite some … Read More
Ag Books Crop Up at Little Free Libraries
Books about food, farming and other ag-related topics are cropping up at Little Free Library locations in Bloomington, Normal and surrounding communities. Donated by McLean County Farm Bureau, the books … Read More
2020 Young Leader Discussion Meet
Build your communication skills and engage with key issues in the 2020 District Young Leader event. District 7 Discussion Meet – Wednesday, August 19 at the Peoria County Farm Bureau. … Read More