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Listening one key to farmer mental health
Farmers' stress levels generally high due to financials, frequent solitude.
Published November 26, 2018 Source: | Tags: IFB annual meeting, farmer mental health, Chris Anderson, IFB Macro Talks, workshop -
New Taste of Illinois to showcase specialties at IFB Annual Meeting
From pizza to popcorn, locally-grown food sourced from members to take the spotlight.
Published November 21, 2018 Source: -
Deteriorating roads, bridges force reality check
FB delegates to consider a policy proposal to address funding.
Published November 20, 2018 Source: | Tags: state motor fuel tax, IFB Resolutions Committee, transportation resources, Kay Shipman -
Duncan looks forward to resolutions discussion at Annual Meeting
Issues to be debated include the state motor fuel tax, marijuana and others that could get attention in Springfield in the near future.
Published November 19, 2018 Source: | Tags: IFB Resolutions Committee, IFB annual meeting, DeLoss Jahnke, policy news -
Drivers test: Which license do you need to operate your semi?
Even when you qualify for ag exemptions, farmers still need the appropriate license to haul their crops. Sort through the requirements and find out which is best for you.
Published November 16, 2018 Source: | Tags: Kirby Wagner, View from the Road, trucking resources, transportation resources -
IFB economist finds Argentina offers future ag collaboration potential
Similar challenges and uncertainties exist for both U.S. and Argentine farmers.
Published November 15, 2018 Source: | Tags: Argentina, South America, profit news, Mike Doherty -
Resolutions Committee members endorse policy changes
Health care and recreational marijuana proposals among those to be debated by delegates during IFB's Annual Meeting in December.
Published November 14, 2018 Source: | Tags: IFB Resolutions Committee, IFB annual meeting, health care, healthcare, recreational marijuana, IFB vice president Brian Duncan, Deana Stroisch -
FB leaders, remember annual meeting invites build lawmaker understanding
Event an excellent opportunity to connect with legislators on issues important to rural and urban residents. The sooner you can get the dates on their calendars, the better.
Published November 13, 2018 Source: | Tags: IFB annual meeting, Kay Shipman -
IFB to Congress: Pass a farm bill
Farmers hope to avoid 'nightmare scenario' of letting negotiations slip into next year.
Published November 12, 2018 Source: | Tags: 2018 farm bill, IFB action request -
Alternatives to ACA available
Faith-based sharing plans one option to help pay medical expenses.
Published November 9, 2018 Source: | Tags: health care, healthcare, health insurance, Health Care Working Group, Health Care & You, faith-based sharing plans, ACA alternatives