Perspectives on Farmers and Farming from the Gardner Food and Agricultural Policy Survey

We all know the song goes: rain makes corn, corn makes whiskey… Illinois corn is no acceptation, with exception, with its dominance in Busch Light and other locally made alcohol.

Farm debt in the United States is on the rise. USDA projections for 2025 show that farm sector debt is expected to increase 5 percent to reach $591.8 billion. Locally,

Maximizing living roots, maximizing soil cover, maximizing biodiversity, and minimizing disturbance are the four main principles to managing soil health. Whether you are looking to increase crop durability, improve grazing

Knox County 4-H youth showed up with heart and purpose at the 4-H Community Service Drop-In Night, hosted by the Federation on October 14, 2025. The event brought together 25

Across the Corn Belt, farmers have been faced with more derecho storms and wind episodes that cause damage to older facilities. Jake Armstrong with Cameron Grain says the economics of

Each year, I try to grow a few different fruits and vegetables. Sometimes the unknown crop turns out to be a dud that produces a lackluster harvest, a pitiful yield,