In response to last year’s initial cuts, AISWCD launched a statewide petition campaign to restore SWCD operations funding, with a goal of collecting at least 100 signatures from each district. #underfund
“Illinois farmers, who are experiencing substantial crop damage and lower yields, need a better way to manage deer populations on their farms,” said Joyce (D-Essex). #deer
Founded in 2015 by Rachael and Chris Jones, Locavore Farm has become a nationally recognized hub for agrarian culture, located just 43 miles south of Chicago. #farming
“This has to be a record for the longest-standing local business here in the 79th District and I’m thrilled to play a small part in recognizing just how much that means to our community,” said Rep. Haas.
#JackieHaas
An online lending platform called Kabbage sent 378 pandemic loans worth $7 million to fake companies (mostly farms) with names like “Deely Nuts” and “Beefy King.”
New Farm in Lynwood Plants Seeds of Hope (Lynwood, IL) - A new farm has begun planting seeds for various fruits, vegetables, grains, and even more importantly, dreams.