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Monthly visit with Illinois Department of Agriculture Director Jerry Costello.  Patrick Giberson with the United Soybean Board discusses industrial uses for soybeans.   Illinois Farm Bureau Associate Director of Transportation and Infrastructure Rodney Knittel discusses the new MOTUS system being utilized by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration.  

Monthly update from State Ag Pest Survey coordinator Kelly Estes.  Highlighting a special Passport to Illinois keepsake with Gabrielle Lyon from the Illinois America 250 Commission.  

Don Schaefer from Springfield, IL based Mid-West Truckers Association provides latest update on trucking issues, including this week's International Roadcheck. A new monthly segment called "Tomorrow's Leaders Today" highlights the Kane County Young Farmers group.  Monthly visit with the Illinois Pork Producers Association.  Meteorologist Paul Otto with Freese-Notis Weather says May will feature th...

Illinois State Police Trooper Ryan Wagand offers some safety reccomendations for drivers that find themselves in a dust storm while traveling and other general travel tips. Illinois Farm Bureau Actively Engaged Student of the Month for May Haven Cash talks about podcast production and youth entrepreneuership. Joe Camp, Commstock Investments, has a regular Market Monday conversation on crude oil an...

Highlighting IAA Foundation Distinguished Scholar Alexis Nall from Mason County.  University of Illinois Extension Horticulture Educator Ken Johnson talks peonies care. IHSA Friday Friday Friday segment features Jordan Zimmer, a Delevan High School and Illinois Wesleyan University graduate, who was inducted into the Illinois Basketball Coaches Association Hall of Fame last weekend.  

Highlighting IAA Foundation Distinguished Scholars Amanda Niemann from Western Illinois University and Caleb Zwilling from Parkland College.  Dr. Jim Lowe, Professor in the Department of Veterinary Clinical Medicine at the University of Illinois talks pseudorabies.   Dr. Fred Below, Professor of Crop Physiology at the University of Illinois discusses nitrogen management.  

Dr. John Rinker, who specializes in geriatrics for OSF HealthCare, discusses lifespan vs. health span. Scot Loyd highlights the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library & Museum's oral history collection.  A conversation from last week's NAFB Washington Watch event with Alan Tank, an ag and food entrepreneur, investor and farmer.

USDA Rural Development State Director Jesus Ortega. Ag education update from FCAE District 3 Program Advisor Allie Bode. Illinois Ag in the Classroom's Kevin Daugherty highlights Summer Ag Institutes and summer reading recommendations.  DTN ag meteorologist John Baranick talks May weather.    

Erika Holst from the Illinois State Museum highlights the "Land of Stories" project, which coincides with America's 250th.   Celebrating the IAA Foundation scholarship program and the Illinois Farm Bureau Legacy of Leadership Scholar Caleb Seboldt from Monroe County.   Ryan Frieders provides a CropWatcher report from DeKalab County.   Joe Camp at Commstock Investments previews a new market week.  

Illinois Farm Bureau Executive Director of Governmental Affairs & Commodities Kevin Semlow breaks down the Farm Bill that won approval in the U.S. House this week. IL Corn update from Justin Moore, who serves as new uses and biofuels manager. IHSA Friday Friday Friday segment highlights the organization’s state tournament in bass fishing with Chris Schwarz.

Coverage of the National Association of Farm Broadcasting "Washington Watch" event including conversations with U.S. Reps. Mike Bost and Jonathan Jackson along with John Clark from the National Association of Broadcasters.   Dr. Fred Below, University of Illinois professor of crop physiology discusses nitrogen management.  

Talking Farm Bill and ag economy with Illinois Congressman Darin LaHood.  Update from State FSA Director Bill Graff.  Licensed professional counselors discusses having important conversations with family members on the farm.   McLean County Farm Bureau contributes $1 million to the McLean County Fair.  

Illinois Farm Bureau Director of Business and Regulatory Affairs Bill Bodine talks data center issues.   Sigrid Johannes with the National Cattlemen's Beef Association discusses Farm Bill, New World Screwworm and beef cow herd size.   Illinois State Climatologist Trent Ford looks at tornado statistics in Illinois.  

Retiring Kane County Farm Bureau manager Steve Arnold reflects on his career. Brent Corners provides a CropWatcher report from Jefferson County. Jennifer Smith with the IAA Foundation makes 2026 scholarship announcements. Joe Camp at Commstock Investments previews a new market week.   

State and federal updates from Illinois Farm Bureau Executive Director of Governmental Affairs & Commodities Kevin Semlow in his "Seven with Kevin" segment. Monthly visit with Illinois Farm Bureau Associate Director of Food Systems Development Raghela Scavuzzo.  IHSA Friday Friday Friday segment features Fisher High School senior Jesse Arndt, who works as an IHSA official in basketball, baseba...

Highlighting the SIU-Carbondale Collegiate Farm Bureau with president Wes Bland.  Jenna Spychal from Jonamac Orchard in Malta discusses spring weather conditions and the impacts on the apple crop.   Macon County farmer Clint Gordon of Macon County field tests a John Deere ethanol tractor. 

Illinois Farm Bureau President Philip Nelson talks spring planting season and provides updates on key state and federal issues.   Malena Cook is leaving her role as Illinois Farm Bureau marketing supervisor to return to her family farm.   Highlighting the Illinois Route 66 centennial celebration with Quinn Adamowski from Landmarks Illinois and Casey Claypool from the Illinois Route 66 Scenic Byway...

Monthly update from Illinois Farm Bureau Associate Director of Transportation and Infrastructure Rodney Knittel.   U of I Extension's Ken Johnson provides advice on planting a tree in honor of Arbor Day and Earth Day.   DTN ag meteorologist John Baranick discusses an active spring weather pattern.  

Don Schaefer from Mid-West Truckers Association discusses the impacts of high diesel prices on the trucking industry.  CropWatcher report from Brent Clair in Adams County.  Illinois Farm Bureau Associate Director of Local Government Ryan Tate and Illinois Farm Bureau Director of Business and Regulatory Affairs Bill Bodine talk broadband issues.   Joe Camp at Commstock Investment previews a new mar...

Illinois Farm Bureau Executive Director of Governmental Affairs and Commodities Kevin Semlow provides state and federal updates in his "Seven with Kevin" segment.  Highlighting the Midwest Horse Fair in Madison, Wisconsin this weekend.  IHSA Friday Friday Friday segment features Fulton County native and Farmington High School graduate Rhet Wierza, who is the 2026 "Pat Summitt Most Courageous Award...

Skin cancer awareness and prevention discussion with Dr. Gaurav Singh from the City of Hope Cancer Center. April update from State Ag Pest Survey Coordinator Kelly Estes. State FSA Director Bill Graff details deadlines for CRP and the Farmer Bridge Assistance program. 

David Kubik with the Illinois Soybean Association discusses B20.    Jason Thomas from Midwest Technical Institute highlights CDL program.  Illinois Farm Bureau Environmental Program Manager Bena Pegg previews Southern Illinois Regenerative Bus Tour.   Monthly update from Illinois State Treasurer Michael Frerichs.  

Getting an update from the Illinois Ag Leadership Foundation Class of 2027. Illinois Wheat Association Update from Jolene Neuhauser. Freese-Notis Weather meteorologist Paul Otto details an active weather forecast this.  

Highlighting Seed Month in Illinois with Doug Miller from the Illinois Seed Trade Association. CropWatcher report from Jimmy Ayers in Sangamon County. Illinois Farm Bureau Actively Engaged Student of the Month for April, Carter Sours from Lewistown High School in Fulton County. Commstock Investments Joe Camp previews a new market week.  

"Seven with Kevin" featuring Illinois Farm Bureau Executive Director of Governmental Affairs and Commodities Kevin Semlow.   Jenny Vaughn from the Illinois Conservation Foundation highlights the "Run for the Trees: Happy Little 5K", a nationwide virtual event inspired by the PBS series "The Joy of Painting" featuring the late painter Bob Ross. IHSA Friday Friday Friday features retired IHSA admini...