As part of Clinton County Farm Bureau’s (CFB) 2025 Nutrient Stewardship Grant project, we are excited to bring back North Carolina no-tiller Russell Hedrick for our summer Nutrient Stewardship Field Day. This event kicks off on Saturday, July 26th with an 8:30 a.m. registration at...
Every day, politicians and regulators in Washington D.C., Springfield, or your local community make decisions that impact the way you farm. In today’s world, your voice can be easily drowned out by other interest groups. We need you to speak out and advocate to protect...
The Marion and Clinton County Farm Bureaus are pleased to announce the hiring of Makayla Karrick as their new Director of Engagement. A native of Patoka, Karrick recently relocated to Salem and brings a strong agricultural background and deep passion for community involvement to her...
Members of the Clinton County Farm Bureau (CFB) Young Leader Committee had another good response for their 2025 Equipment Grant program, receiving seven (7) applications that requested over $15,000 in funding. In cooperation with a $900 “Farm Safety Grant” from the Illinois Farm Bureau and...
Clinton County Farm Bureau’s 5th annual “Community Impact Grant” program sought to identify projects that would improve our communities and create partnerships with other groups and organizations to make them happen. We had an outstanding response this year, receiving thirteen (13) applications that requested over...
June is National Dairy Month….a celebration that stated out as a way to distribute extra milk during the warm months of summer. Established in 1937 by grocer organizations sponsoring “National Milk Month,” by 1939 June became the official “dairy month” that is still celebrated today.For...
The Clinton County Farm Bureau (CFB) Foundation is again offering Veterinarian Scholarships to students enrolled in their 2nd, 3rd, or 4th year at an accredited college of veterinary medicine, specializing in large animals. Scholarships can be a maximum of $5,000, and a total of $10,000 is dedicated to...
The beauty (and even humor) of rural life comes into focus with Clinton County Farm Bureau’s 4th annual photo contest. It's a chance for you, as a member, to capture your favorite images showcasing the rich diversity of our county’s agricultural landscape and its people....
Seven individuals are receiving financial support to enroll in truck driver training classes thanks to the Driving Agriculture Forward Scholarship program, funded by Illinois Farm Bureau and administered by the IAA Foundation.The charitable arm of the Illinois Farm Bureau, the IAA Foundation, awards $20,000 in...
Students can count on support of scholarships for college tuition during the 2025-2026 school year, courtesy of the IAA Foundation.The charitable arm of the Illinois Farm Bureau, the IAA Foundation, is awarding $166,251 to 93 students pursuing degrees in agriculture-related fields. Students are selected based...