Next-Gen Illinois Farmers
APRIL 2025 | VOLUME 5, ISSUE 6
TikTok sensation Jackson Laux, age 9, partners with John Deere to inspire agriculture's future.
By IL Field & Bean Team
From cutting-edge research to hands-on support, discover the vital role Extension plays in improving farm operations and advancing Illinois agriculture.
By Talon Becker, Commercial Agriculture Specialist, University of Illinois Extension
Designed for both aspiring leaders and seasoned experts, ISA's LEAD Program provides tailored opportunities for growth, collaboration and impact
By Nicole Butler, ISA Executive Employee Relations
Learn more about the iFAB Tech Hub at the University of Illinois and how its team is harnessing the power of corn and soy to create sustainable, high-value products.
By By Olivia Key, Field & Bean Magazine Assistant Editor
Illinois farmer and ISA Board Director Steve Pitstick expresses his concerns over the proposed Low Carbon Fuel Standard (LCFS).
By Steve Pitstick, Illinois Farmer and ISA Board Director
By Stacy Zuber, Ph.D., ISA Research Data Scientist
ISA Perspectives
By Elliott Uphoff, ISA District 10 Director
By John Lumpe, ISA CEO
By Claire Faber, ISA Communications Manager