RFD Illinois

Congressman says farm bill hearings and listening sessions will continue throughout the year; doesn't expect legislation to be filed until 2018.

Plan too reliant on state and local governments and private sector for funding, she says.

Farmers make big jump on wheat harvest, receive plenty of rain to get second crop off to good start.

RFD Radio Intern Rhiannon Branch will be covering county fairs around the state this summer. Read why these annual events are so important to her, and share your favorite lessons and memories from fairs near you.

Duckworth hears about ag research, transportation and crop insurance, calls proposed cuts 'shortsighted.'

Locks and dams too old, too small and too slow.

Conservationist offers tips on selecting seed and how to deal with the weed if you find it on your land.

Despite delaying combines, farmers welcome spotty showers for corn and soybeans.

New training center near Bloomington believed to be unique in the nation.

2 programs available after floods and other calamities, but farmers must seek assistance within 60 days.