Farmers from Marion and Clinton Counties gathered recently to meet with U.S. Representative Mike Bost for a roundtable discussion on key issues impacting agriculture. Topics included the One Big Beautiful Bill, trade, the farm economy, and the estate tax, commonly referred to as the “death...
Carly Etter has been awarded a $2,500 Veterinarian Scholarship from the Clinton County Farm Bureau, recognizing her dedication to veterinary medicine and her commitment to supporting local agriculture.Carly, daughter of Mark and Francine Etter of Breese, is a 2019 graduate of Mater Dei High School,...
A 6-acre research plot in Clinton County transformed into a hands-on learning ground for more than 100 farmers, agronomists, and conservation leaders during the 2025 Summer Nutrient Stewardship Field Day, hosted at Sugar Creek Valley Farms. The event was part of the Clinton County Farm...
The Clinton County Farm Bureau (CFB) is proud to announce a $250,000 donation to help kick off the fundraising campaign for the 618 Event Center, a transformative new facility set to begin construction this October at the Clinton County Fairgrounds in Carlyle.What began as a...
The Clinton County Farm Bureau will host its annual Yield Survey Meeting on Tuesday, September 9, at the Farm Bureau office in Breese.During the day, members of the Farm Bureau’s Marketing Committee will conduct the annual Fall Yield Survey of cornfields across the county. The...
The Clinton County Farm Bureau (CFB) Young Leader Committee recently awarded the first two of seven equipment grants for 2025. Sugar Creek Ambulance Service received $250, while Wheatfield Fire Protection District was awarded $1,000.Grant funds were used to purchase agriculture-related equipment to assist emergency responders...
We’re excited to announce the return of our popular Adult Ag in the Classroom winter workshop series — back and better than ever! Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned DIYer, these hands-on sessions are perfect for all skill levels and interests.This year’s series will...
Clinton County Young Leaders Lucas and Vanessa Hanke joined 16 fellow Illinois Farm Bureau Young Leaders on an unforgettable Ag Industry Tour through Michigan from July 14–20! Young Leaders traversed through Michigan’s rugged landscapes and visited local farms during the group’s annual Ag Industry Tour. This year’s...
The Clinton County Farm Bureau Young Leaders are igniting some friendly competition with the launch of their “Battle of the Brands” raffle — a unique fundraising effort that combines brand pride, community support, and a bit of pedal-powered fun.The raffle features three iconic pedal tractors:...
The Clinton County Ag in the Classroom (AITC) program, led by a volunteer committee through the Clinton County Farm Bureau (CFB) and Soil & Water Conservation District, is dedicated to educating the next generation about the importance of agriculture and conservation.Our program places special emphasis...