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Illinois study finds frogs most common animal found in prepackaged produce

CHAMPAIGN (The Center Square) -- A University of Illinois study that looked at wild animals found in prepackaged produce determined that frogs were more likely to turn up in your bagged salad than any other animal in what the authors said was an overlooked issue. The study concluded such incidents were rare, but that the public should be aware of the issue and more research should be done. “It's just something that we thought needed more attention than it has been given,” said […]

todayAugust 5, 2019 11

Business News

The future of agriculture grows at fairs

The importance of agriculture is abundant — from the food we eat, the major industries it supports and the benefits it provides to our environment. But looking ahead, in order for agriculture to continue to advance, it’s essential to educate and inspire young minds, invest in the next generation and turn today’s youth into tomorrow’s leaders. That’s where youth agriculture organizations come in. According to Christi Korzekwa, senior vice president of marketing at Tractor Supply Company, the nation’s largest rural lifestyle […]

todayJune 9, 2018 5

Business & Lifestyle

Bourne proposes legislation to repeal the estate tax

LITCHFIELD (Heartland Newsfeed) -- Agriculture runs deep in our American heritage and has been a key component of our state’s history. Illinois, with over 72,000 farms that cover 27 million acres, is an agricultural powerhouse that should be recognized and fostered. One crippling challenge for many Illinois farming families is how to pass the farm on to the next generation after the death of the owner. Currently, Illinois’ estate tax law disproportionately impacts small family farms. The value of these farms, […]

todayMarch 4, 2018 3

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