The president of Illinois Farm Bureau says passage of the Family Farm Preservation Act is essential for the future of agriculture. Brian Duncan, who farms in northern Illinois, says the state’s current estate tax laws are a financial burden. “We are seeking a true exemption of $6 million per individual.” He says, “Now it’s $4…… Continue Reading
Megan Fouch Fitness Coordinator For The Mexico Area Family YMCA Talks Health Kids Day On AM 1340 KXEO Am I Awake Morning Show
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LeAnn Rimes and Sheryl Crow Join ‘The Voice’ as Mega Mentors
The Voice is doubling up on “mega mentors” for Season 27. Continue reading…… Continue Reading
Dr. Reverend Susan Presley And Logan Ray Talk Shooting For Hope Book Launch Event On AM 1340 KXEO Am I Awake Morning Show
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Shipping Michigan Soybeans Through The Great Lakes
In this Pods for Profit, we’ll hear from the Toledo-Lucas County Port Authority on how ag products move through their terminals and across the St. Lawrence Seaway. Stay tuned to hear about the benefits of our local maritime shipping and the room for growth. The post Shipping Michigan Soybeans Through The Great Lakes appeared first…… Continue Reading
The Race to the Plate Campaign
The Race to the Plate Campaign Partnership is in its 10th year and it’s an opportunity for consumers to have face time with Missouri farmers. In this episode, Blake McDonald, this year’s Featured Farmer for the Missouri Beef Industry Council, talks about the importance of this effort. The post The Race to the Plate Campaign…… Continue Reading
Non-emotional decisions critical during market volatility
An ag economist says the current volatility in the cattle markets is a good reminder for producers to explore risk management options. University of Tennessee’s Charley Martinez says producers who sold animals on Monday or Tuesday of last week had a very different experience than those who sold animals Thursday or Friday. “Marketing animals with…… Continue Reading
IDOA extends suspension of poultry shows & sales
The Illinois Department of Agriculture has extended the suspension of poultry exhibitions and sales in the state. The moratorium, in response to the ongoing threat of H5N1 avian flu, now continues through May 11th, 2025. IDOA officials say the move is intended to reduce and prevent the spread of the disease, which has been detected…… Continue Reading
Garth Brooks Songwriter Larry Bastian Dies
Songwriter Larry Bastian died this month at age 90. He’s responsible for two of Garth Brooks’ biggest hits. Continue reading…… Continue Reading
West central Indiana farmer not backing off on inputs in 2025
A west central Indiana farmer says he’s not backing off on inputs in 2025. Kevin Cox says he’s not willing to take the risk. “We typically don’t play that game,” he says. “Generally, we’ve got a plan and we kind of work around with that every year. Whenever we’ve got an economy like this, the…… Continue Reading
