Farm Bureau members learned how to put democracy to work through advocacy during the organization’s annual Governmental Affairs Leadership Conference (GALC), held on Feb. 18 in Springfield. Local, state political leaders and legislators met with Farm Bureau leaders from across the state, including 10 members of McLean County Farm Bureau, to discuss IFB’s 2025 legislative priorities. The event culminated in a legislative reception elected officials, who met with IFB members. “As an organization, the most

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FFA Acquaintance Day brought more than 190 sophomores from nine local high schools. The FFA members explored agricultural careers, gained team working experience and learned about McLean County Farm Bureau and affiliated companies. University of Illinois Extension staff from 4-H Memorial Camp and the local Extension unit office facilitated team building activities. Ag professionals showcased a range of career opportunities in agriculture, including staff from COUNTRY Financial, GROWMARK, Illinois Soybean Association, Town of Normal, and