All posts by Joanie Stiers
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Springing to a Fresh Start on the Farm
Farmers view spring as a time of rural renewal, resetting for a new year with hope and optimism.
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Good Food Brings Winter Comfort
The winter months are the perfect time to enjoy the magic of home-cooked comfort foods around the family...
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Memories Around the Tree Glow Bright
The Christmas tree tradition brings back memories of childhood, family time and holiday cheer.
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Centennial Farms Program Honors Bicentennial Ownership of Illinois Farms (VIDEO)
The Illinois Department of Agriculture recognizes farms that have stayed in the same family for 200 years or...
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Farm Families Study Health Insurance Costs and Options During Open Enrollment
The beginning of November brings the start of open enrollment for 2020 health insurance coverage.
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Why So Many Farmers Are Using Drones
Farmers use drones to monitor farm conditions, gather data and manage farm operations.
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Back to School, But Not Business as Usual
Even at schools in the rural Midwest, modern technology has made its way into the classroom.
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Are Robots the Future of Sustainable Farming?
Researchers at the University of Illinois explore the future potential of robots and their impact on sustainable farming....
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Harvest Season Through the Eyes of a Child
A mother looks at the soybean harvest through the eyes of her son, who loves spending time with...
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4 Dairy Questions Answered, From Antibiotics to Cow Tipping
Dairy farmer Linda Drendel answers questions from Chicago-area moms about antibiotics and hormones in milk and how she...
