When the Rain Does the Work
October 7, 2026
Harvest season is underway for farmers as the weather has finally let up. Henderson County farmer Shane Gipe says that as he got into some of his first irrigated corn
It’s National 4-H Week and this year’s theme “Beyond Ready” is encouraging families to discover how 4-H can help young people build leadership, career readiness, and life skills through hands-on
While Halloween is known for being a day of ghosts and witches, the University of Illinois Extension is adding a new meaning with its Native Seed Share event. This beginner-friendly
On Sunday, October 11th, the 2026 Illinois State Cornhusking Contest is set to take place outside Monmouth southeast of Farm King at the intersection of U.S. Highway 67 and 210th
Tighter profit margins, higher supply costs, and rising interest rates have drawn comparisons to the farming crisis of the 1980s. While the decade brought significant challenges, it also led to
Fall—a season of colorful leaves and pumpkin décor. But what happens when the season is over? In an effort to keep decaying pumpkins out of landfills, the University of Illinois