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Get Ready to play: The Commodity Challenge

Submitted by mchenrycfb on Fri, 12/30/2011 - 15:26

Buy! Sell! Trade! We've all made bad marketing decisions... or been left with regrets on a selling choice. Now you'll have a chance to practice, at no expense to you. The 2012 ILFB Commodity Challenge lets you trade commodities on the cash, futures, and options markets... without losing a dime! What you do gain is knowledge... to better understand the mechanics of pricing crops in today's fast-paced agricultural world.

McHenry County Farm Bureau was recognized at Illinois Farm Bureau’s Annual Meeting.

Submitted by mchenrycfb on Tue, 12/27/2011 - 16:31

McHenry County Farm Bureau President, Bruce Meier, accepts a recognition plaque awarded to McHenry County Farm Bureau for its achievements during the 2010-11 program year. The award was presented during Illinois Farm Bureau's Annual Meeting and calls attention to the comprehensive nature of county Farm Bureau programs.

AGRICULTURAL CONSERVATION EASEMENT AND FARMLAND PROTECTION COMMISSION SEEKS APPLICANTS

Submitted by mchenrycfb on Thu, 12/22/2011 - 14:04

The McHenry County Board is accepting applications from individuals interested in appointment to the McHENRY COUNTY AGRICULTURAL CONSERVATION EASEMENT AND FARMLAND PROTECTION COMMISSION. Three (3) vacant positions are available for three (3) year terms to expire on January 1, 2015. Incumbents may apply for reappointment. A background and/or experience in agriculture, finance, conservation or planning are desirable. Application forms are available at the County Board Office, Room 209, McHenry County Government Center, 667 Ware Road, Woodstock, IL 60098 (815-334-4221) or click the link at the bottom of this page. Completed applications should be returned to the County Board office no later than 3:00 p.m. on January 13, 2012. If mailing your application, certified or registered mail is recommended. Mailed applications should be sent to the following address: McHenry County Board, 2200 North Seminary Avenue, Woodstock, IL 60098.  http://www.co.mchenry.il.us/departments/countyboard/PDFDocs/AppointmentApp.pdf

USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service Announces Sign-Up Period

Submitted by mchenrycfb on Wed, 12/21/2011 - 15:22

USDA's Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) today announced that the ranking period cut-off date for the Conservation Stewardship Program (CSP) is January 13, 2012. Producers interested in CSP should submit applications to their local NRCS office by the deadline so that their applications can be considered during the first ranking period of 2012.

 

$100,000 in Scholarships Available for Illinois Farm Bureau Members

Submitted by mchenrycfb on Fri, 12/16/2011 - 18:52

Agriculture students and Illinois Farm Bureau members and their children may apply for college scholarships offered by the Illinois Agricultural Association (IAA) Foundation. Fifty-six scholarships, ranging from $1,000 to $4,000 per year, will be awarded in total of $104,900 for the 2012-2013 school year.

"We are pleased to assist students with the ever-growing expenses of college," said Susan Moore, director, IAA Foundation. "It is a great privilege to support our next generation of leaders, and encourage continuing education in agricultural fields."