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- New Truck Regulation Here for Long Haul
May 13, 2009
It was once as easy as “hauling corn to town”. Now it has more strict oversight of state and federal government regulations. As your operation prepares your tractor-trailer for transport, be sure you have all appropriate licensing materials for your rig. - Stand up for Agriculture: The Best is Yet to Come
January 01, 2008
Amongst the business meetings, award ceremonies and break-out discussion sessions held at this years Illinois Agricultural Association’s (IAA) Annual Meeting in Chicago, Farm Bureau members where inspired, encouraged and challenged by keynote speakers and Agricultural experts. - IFB Sets 2008 Policy Goals
January 01, 2008
As part of the Illinois Farm Bureau, we have the luxury, and responsibility, of participating in grassroots policy development, and CCFB members take this responsibility seriously. - The Voice of the Illini to Headline 2008 CCFB Annual Meeting
December 31, 2007
This year’s Champaign County Farm Bureau Annual Meeting marks the end of a highly successful and award-winning year. We also look forward to 2008, and the benchmarks set before us. The CCFB Annual Meeting, to be held on January 21, will mark the 95th year of this annual gathering of Champaign County Farm Bureau members. The night’s keynote speaker will be former University of Illinois public address announcer, Jim Sheppard. - Illini FS Shares Success
December 03, 2007
Many Farm Bureau members found a surprise in their mailbox this month – a patronage check from Illini FS. No, you didn’t overpay on your latest bill. In fact, Illini FS paid patronage to its Farm Bureau “M” members that are actively engaged in production agriculture. - Local Television News Brings Agriculture to Prime Time
December 03, 2007
For those who make their living in agriculture, there is nothing unusual about the seasonal cycle of field work; planting, crop scouting, spraying and harvest. However, what we take for granted is often misunderstood or overlooked by others. WICD News Channel 15 recognizes this problem and has helped to bridge the gap between Agriculture in Champaign County and those who depend upon it. - New UCR Regulations Effect Illinois Farmers
November 13, 2007
Effective September 10, 2007, the State of Illinois requires many motor carriers comply with the Unified Carrier Registration Act of 2005. Keep your operation running legal. - Harvest Yields Positive Relationships with Legislators
October 15, 2007
Bringing agriculture to the attention of lawmakers while providing elected officials with an up-close view of agriculture, the Champaign County Farm Bureau is offering harvest visits to numerous locally elected officials. Complete with a combine ride with a local farmer and possible elevator visit, elected officials get the perfect view of a Champaign County harvest, while Farm Bureau members build relationships with local legislators. - Wheeling the Wabash
October 15, 2007
The Wabash River Valley was home of the 12th annual Illinois Agriculture in the Classroom Bike Ride in early September. To raise money and awareness for agriculture education initiatives, nearly 50 riders from across Illinois peddled over the rolling hills and river bottoms of Edwards, Lawrence, Wabash, Wayne and White counties. - CCFB Women's Committee Bakes for Freedom
September 06, 2007
While our servicemen and women are fighting for our many freedoms in Iraq, the Champaign County Farm Bureau is doing their part to support our troops.