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Golden Farmer Recognition

McLean County Farm Bureau is launching a Golden Farmer Recognition program aimed at honoring farmers who have farmed and/or owned farmland in McLean County for 50 years or longer. The program seeks to recognize farmers for their hard work and longevity in a challenging industry while also preserving some local farm history. Eligible farmers can nominate themselves or be nominated by a family member, neighbor or community member. Find more details & the nomination form

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Ammonia Training

Anhydrous Ammonia Certified Grower Training Now Required

Farm operators and any farm employees who transport or apply anhydrous ammonia, or otherwise maintain anhydrous ammonia equipment will now be required to complete Certified Grower Training. Farmers and their employees have until April 1, 2022 to be certified initially and must participate in refresher training every three years. Certified grower training will be offered at no cost to the grower or grower farm operator via an in-person or online training program approved by the

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McLean County Ag Education Committee Co-Chairs Austin O’Neall, Carly Rickard, Rollo Rickard and McLean County Ag in the Classroom Coordinator, Bridget Caldwell helped distribute some of the 384 gallons of hand sanitizer to local schools.

Corn Heads to the Classroom

As area schools resume for the spring semester, McLean County Ag in the Classroom is donating 384 gallons of hand sanitizer made from corn for use by local students and staff. “Corn is the top crop grown in McLean County and we’re pleased to donate a useful product to our local schools made from central Illinois corn,” says Austin O’Neall, local farmer and co-chair of the McLean County Ag Education Committee. Central Illinois ethanol manufacturer,

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MCFB Foundation Ag Scholarships

McLean County Farm Bureau Foundation is growing and expanding our support for the next generation of agriculture leaders! We’re pleased to launch new and increased scholarship opportunities for McLean County students planning to pursue a career in agriculture. Basic criteria: Must be a current McLean County Farm Bureau member or dependent of a member Must be planning to pursue a career in agriculture Must be a resident of McLean County, IL or a graduate of

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2020 Highlights

2020 MCFB Highlights

2020 proved to be a challenging year, but through it all farmers kept farming & McLean County Farm Bureau kept working to serve our members. Check out some of the highlights & thank you for your membership! 

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