Illinois Ag Director Wants Money For Rural Broadband
Slow internet service can slow a business down, adding up to lost time and money. And often the problem is worse in rural areas.
New Illinois Director Of Ag Says Knowledge Of Farming Industry Gives Him ‘Credibility’
John Sullivan was chosen by Gov. J.B. Pritzker to head the Illinois Department of Agriculture, succeeding former director Raymond Poe.
Farm Bill, New Illinois Law, Sets Stage for Illinois Hemp Crop
Amid talk of possibly legalizing marijuana in Illinois in the near future, farmers will soon be able to grow another type of cannabis plant --- industrial hemp --- thanks to a new state law.
State Still Owes Host Cities Money For State Fairs
Planning for the Illinois State Fair is in full swing. But the state of Illinois has yet to pay all the costs for last year’s fair, and the one before.
Raymond Poe Named State Ag Director
Rauner's first pick for ag director was a farmer. But Philip Nelson, who came to the job after serving as the president of the Illinois Farm Bureau, resigned in late September, less than a year into the job.