Notice is hereby given that the McLean County Farm Bureau will hold the organization’s Annual Business Meeting Thurs., Jan. 27 at 5 p.m. at the McLean County Farm Bureau Building, 2242 Westgate Drive in Bloomington. Social distancing measures may be in place and a virtual option can be made available upon request. Call (309)663-6497 to ... Read More
2/1/22 Update: Event CANCELLED due to winter weather. Get the essentials to fuel your success at Ag Bites – breakfast, networking & a look at key issues in agriculture. Geared for agribusiness professionals, Ag Bites offers you a quick hit of insight on the agriculture economy and emerging issues. Join us Feb. 3 at the ... Read More
Take a look at farmland value trends, crop budgets, lease types and cash rent calculations with the Farmland Ownership & Leasing Class Feb. 10 from 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm Sign up for one or for the whole Landowner 101 series of classes: Feb. 10 – Farmland Ownership & Leasing Feb. 17 – Basic Agronomy Feb. ... Read More
COUNTRY Financial will host a virtual Winter Agribusiness Seminar Wednesday, February 16 at noon. You can join online from your own computer, tablet or smart phone or sign up to watch the program at the McLean County Farm Bureau office in Bloomington. The program will include: Crop Insurance Update - Doug Yoder, Crop Agency Manager ... Read More
Explore soil types, managing fertility plus the basics of corn and soybean production with the Basic Agronomy Class Feb. 17 from 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm Sign up for one or for the whole Landowner 101 series of classes: Feb. 10 – Farmland Ownership & Leasing Feb. 17 – Basic Agronomy Feb. 24 – Grain ... Read More
Do not pass go, do not collect $200 - grab some friends & join us for our 2022 Trivia Night - Friday, February 18! Doors open at 5:30 p.m. & trivia starts at 6:30 p.m. $160 per team of up to 8 people. Team spirit theme: Board Games Pizza provided, plus cash bar, silent auction, raffles ... Read More
In person training to complete the Anhydrous Ammonia Certified Grower Training requirement will be offered Feb. 21 at 1 p.m. at the ASMARK Agricenter in Bloomington. The training is free and will last approximately 90 minutes. Training can also be completed online at bit.ly/IllinoisNH3 Farm operators and any farm employees who transport or apply anhydrous ... Read More
Get the latest on transportation rules and regulations for Illinois farmers with the Rules for the Road program Feb. 24 at 8 a.m. at the Champaign County Farm Bureau office or register to participate virtually. Breakfast is included for in-person attendees and the registration deadline is Feb. 17.
Prime Timers will meet Thursday, February 24 at 11:30 a.m. the McLean County Farm Bureau Office, 2242 Westgate Drive, Bloomington. Lunch will be available for $5 per person. Reservations for lunch are required by Feb 22. The Prime Timers group is geared for any Farm Bureau members of retirement age.
Learn about cash markets, futures, options, hedging and contract types with the Landowner 101 Grain Marketing Class Feb. 24 from 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm Sign up for one or for the whole Landowner 101 series of classes: Feb. 10 – Farmland Ownership & Leasing Feb. 17 – Basic Agronomy Feb. 24 – Grain Marketing ... Read More
