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While containing a swath of different measures, the legislation was backed by many lawmakers and agricultural groups seeking to address rising costs, growing economic concerns, and other difficulties farmers face across the country. #farm #bill

Joyce’s proposal would eliminate that restriction, a move he says is necessary to reflect modern economic realities and inflation-driven increases in farmland and equipment values. #farmers #costs #patrickjoyce

Agricultural uncertainty is being compounded by questions surrounding China’s promised purchases of U.S. soybeans. The Trump administration has claimed China will buy 12 million metric tons of soybeans this year, but federal data shows only 2.25 million tons have been purchased as of Dec. 5. #farmers #tariff #aid

St. Peters said Trump’s recent push to import beef from Argentina, meant to lower grocery costs, is instead hurting farmers: cattle prices drop up to 12% while grocery prices rise. #beef

The Hub, which serves Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, and Wisconsin, funds projects that connect schools with local farmers and food producers to improve access to nutritious, farm-fresh meals. #foods

“Cronus Chemicals’ state-of-the-art facility in Tuscola will create more than 130 full-time jobs, serve as an anchor for the agricultural industry of tomorrow, and spur investment across the Illinois economy.” #jobs

“It gives small farmers the tools they need to succeed while respecting food safety and community traditions.” #farmers

Gov. J.B. Pritzker signed Senate Bill 710 on Friday, a measure aimed at improving the state’s nuisance deer program and adjusting hunting tag rules. #deers

In response to last year’s initial cuts, AISWCD launched a statewide petition campaign to restore SWCD operations funding, with a goal of collecting at least 100 signatures from each district. #underfund

The funding to Illinois is part of a total of $72.9 million in non-competitive FY 2023 SCBGP funding... #farming