Eleven Illinois Farm Bureau leaders recently met with members of Illinois’ congressional delegation at their Capitol Hill offices to share their story and advocate on top issues such as trade, farm income and the farm bill.  Among them, Michael Rhoda, Chenoa, representing McLean County Farm Bureau, attended IFB’s Leaders to Washington trip Sept. 9-10 in Washington, D.C. During the trip, he spoke with FSA Administrator Bill Beam & U.S. Rep. Sorensen to share first-hand accounts

McLean County Farm Bureau toured Calumet City’s key facilities and projects on the horizon during a recent visit with State Representative Thaddeus Jones. The day began with a tour of Calumet City’s Library and Police Station, where local partners shared their ongoing efforts to provide community resources. The group also visited South Suburban College’s CHARM Center, a recycling facility, which is preparing to expand and even recycle spoiled dairy products. In addition, Rep. Jones invited

  Over 3,000 visitors to this year’s McLean County Fair were in for a magical experience at the Food and Farm Fun Zone, a “Wicked” inspired themed exhibit, showcasing where their food comes from. The exhibit transformed the often-misunderstood journey of food production into an interactive experience. From planting seeds to harvesting crops, raising livestock, and preparing meals, attendees learned how food goes from field to fork.  Visitors could pick beans in the combine simulator,

The McLean County Farm Bureau Foundation is pleased to announce the 2025 scholarship recipients. A total of $13,500 has been awarded to eight outstanding students pursuing careers in agriculture-focused fields. Four students were selected to receive the $2,000 MCFB Agricultural Leadership Scholarship, which honors excellence in leadership, community involvement, and commitment to agriculture: Elizabeth Ellis, Chenoa – A 2025 graduate of Prairie Central High School. Ellis plans to study Equine Science at Black Hawk College