Champaign County Farm Bureau

06/04/2026

Cutting and baling hay is underway following planting season for some farmers, with hay being harvested and baled for livestock feed and storage.
Photo by Board Member Gerald Henry

06/04/2026

Today's luncheon has been cancelled due to unforeseen circumstances. We hope to reschedule soon and apologize for any inconvenience. Thank you for your understanding.

Don’t forget to RSVP by tomorrow for our upcoming lunch with guest speaker Paul Stoddard!

Paul will be discussing today’s ag markets, the ag economy, commodity markets, farmland values, risk management, and more. It should be a great conversation with useful takeaways for producers of all ages and operations.

📍 Papa Del’s
📅 Thursday, June 4
🕦 11:30 AM
🍽 Lunch provided

Please RSVP to Emily at [email protected] or call 217-352-5235.

Open to active farm bureau members. We hope to see you there!

06/03/2026

🌱 Women Rooted in Ag – June Event 🌱

Women Rooted in Ag is kicking off summer with a casual morning at the splash pad!

Join us June 19th from 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM at the Mahomet Splash Pad for a relaxed get-together as we head into early summer break plans. A great chance to catch up, connect, and enjoy a summer morning together.

Snacks will be provided.

📍 Mahomet Splash Pad - 703 S. McDougal Rd. Mahomet, 61853

🗓 June 19 | 10 AM – Noon

Please RSVP to Emily at [email protected] or call the office at 217-352-5235.

06/02/2026

Board member Daniel Herriott shares an update in his video showing field corn being side-dressed as we move further along after planting season.

If you haven’t watched it yet, it gives another good look at what’s happening out in the field right now as we shift into the next phase of the growing season.

Stay tuned for more updates. Or if you have something you want to share, please email it to [email protected]

06/02/2026

The crop may be in the ground, but the work is far from done.

Once the planter leaves the field, farmers shift their focus to crop emergence, stand counts, w**d control, nutrient management, and keeping a close eye on field conditions. The decisions made now can have a big impact on the crop come harvest.

Hear from our board member, Casey Hettinger of Hettinger Precision, as he shares what he's working on in the field today and why the work doesn't stop after planting is finished.

👇 Check out the video below.

06/01/2026

Thursday evening, we visited our local Delight Flower Farm and it was a beautiful evening to tour the farm and see all of the hard work that goes into creating these stunning bouquets. A special thank you to Maggie for the wonderful tour and information!

Thank you to everyone who came out and joined us!

Stay tuned for more upcoming events. If you’re interested in future events or have any questions, please feel free to call our office at 217-352-5235 or email Emily at [email protected]

05/29/2026

Tailgates n' Tallboys has a lineup you don't want to miss, and we have discounted tickets for our members!
Mark your calendars and get your tickets for June 18-21 in Bloomington, IL. Contact our office to receive a discount code 217-352-5235

05/28/2026

Happy National Hamburger Day! 🍔

Celebrate with our local Farm Bureau member discounts at:
• Culver’s
• Sidney Saloon
• Buford’s
• Charlie’s Grub & Suds
• Route 45 Wayside
• Lincoln St Lounge

Nothing pairs better with a great burger than supporting local businesses and agriculture. Be sure to thank the farmers who help bring delicious meals to our tables every day! 🌾🐄

05/28/2026

🚨 Reminder - Grain Bin Safety Course! 🚨

The Champaign County Farm Bureau is sponsoring a First Responder Grain Bin Safety Class, and registration is now live.

Thanks to generous donations from two local businesses, the cost of this 40-hour training has been reduced to just $100 per participant!

📍 Location: Philo Fire Department
Training Dates (attendance at all sessions is required):
Duration: 40 hours -- Two consecutive weekends & OSHA Certification provided upon completion

Session 1: July 10–12, 2026
• Friday: 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM
• Saturday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
• Sunday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Session 2: July 17–19, 2026
• Friday: 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM
• Saturday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
• Sunday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

- Meals will be provided each day
- Local farmers are welcome to attend as observers

All sessions are mandatory to complete the course. Space is limited, so be sure to register early!

Questions? Contact our office at 217-352-5235
👉 Register here:
https://www.fsi.illinois.edu/content/courses/schedule/results.cfm?action=search&keywords=grain+bin&start_date=04%2F27%2F2026&end_date=01%2F01%2F2028&cost=&delivery=any&city=&county=&course=&program=

05/27/2026

🌱 What is Champaign County Farm Bureau’s Women Rooted in Ag? 🌱

Women Rooted in Ag is a program through the Champaign County Farm Bureau that brings women in agriculture together across our area.

It’s a welcoming space to connect with others, share experiences, and support one another in all areas of agriculture. The group offers opportunities to learn, grow leadership skills, and take part in programs and events that strengthen both knowledge and relationships.

Women Rooted in Ag is all about building connections and supporting women who are involved in agriculture in different ways throughout our community. 🌾

Interested in joining? Give the office a call at 217-352-5235 or email [email protected] to learn more and get involved.