News

A gift that keeps giving

Submitted by mchenrycfb on Thu, 11/13/2008 - 15:52

McHenry County Farm Bureau and its Foundation provide the Ag in the Classroom program with financial and in-kind support. But, we have reached a point where demand of our programs and services has out paced our revenue stream.

Just eight years ago our teacher's newsletter distribution was 750, today that number exceeds 2,500. Demand for our programs and services have gone up dramatically as well. Last year, we reached 11,926 students and utilized 150 volunteers. In order to meet this growing demand our Board of Directors has asked for your help.

Plat Book Available

Submitted by mchenrycfb on Tue, 10/07/2008 - 18:37

The 2008 McHenry County plat book is available direct from the publisher and also at the McHenry County Soil and Water Conservation District located at 1648 South Eastwood Drive in Woodstock, phone 815-338-0099 ext. 3 or McHenry County Farm Bureau, 1102 McConnell Road in Woodstock, phone 815-338-1520.

 

Area Legislative Officials receive “Friend of Agriculture” award

Submitted by mchenrycfb on Tue, 10/07/2008 - 18:18

McHenry County Farm Bureau is honored to present the "Friend of Agriculture" award to two McHenry County Illinois General Assembly Members and one of our County's Congressional Representatives. Senator Althoff and Representative Tryon both earned the awards for their outstanding voting records and accessibility ratings.

McHenry County Farm Bureau also extends congratulations to Congressman Manzullo for receiving the "Friend of Agriculture" award.

Leaves for Ag. Land Application

Submitted by mchenrycfb on Tue, 09/23/2008 - 20:09

The Open Burning of Landscape Waste Ordinance became effective April 1, 2008. Residents who may have been able to burn leaves in the past, may no longer be able to do so. Due to this, landscape waste haulers and lawn service companies will be picking up additional landscape waste removal contracts for the fall. If any area farmers are interested in receiving leaves for agricultural land application, please call the McHenry County Department of Health, Environmental Division at 815.334.4587. We will try to link you with a landscape waste hauler in your area.