After investing many years into their Supervised Agricultural Experiences projects, two Illinois FFA members were named top in the nation as American Star winners. Nevin Erbsen from the Eastland FFA Chapter in Carroll County is one of the honorees.

With the warm, dry conditions, harvest is almost complete at Riskedal Farms, where some corn and sunflowers remain to be picked.

Seeing a fistulated cow at a young age triggered Delana Erbsen’s interest in research that has led her to develop FFA award-winning projects.

Having completed the requirements for and been examined by an Eagle Scout Board of Review on Sept. 4, 2025, Alexis Bailey McCullough was found worthy of the rank of Eagle Scout.

Agricultural students at Belvidere North High School learn a variety of skills, including how to raise and care for quail and chickens.

According to the Illinois Wheat Association, the wheat checkoff program will feature four core components: Research, promotion, economic well-being and policy.

Young America's Foundation placed 2,977 flags on the lawns at the Reagan Boyhood Home and the Old Lee County Courthouse to pay tribute to those who died on 9/11.