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China resumes U.S. poultry imports, restores beef market access
By TAMMIE SLOUP FarmWeek China will purchase at least $17 billion per year of US agricultural products through 2028, in addition to the soybean purchase commitments made in October 2025, according to the White House. The announcement follows President Donald Trump’s May 14-15 visit to China, where he met with Chinese President Xi Jinping. According…
Read MoreIllinois researchers map farming trends from space
By HANNAH SPANGLER FarmWeek • Conservation tillage practices such as no-till and strip tillage play a key role in soil health and resilience. But understanding where, when and how often those practices are used across the Corn Belt has been a challenge. Researchers at the University of Illinois are taking a unique approach with satellite…
Read MoreMadison County farmer invests in next generation of agriculture leaders
By HANNAH SPANGLER FarmWeek With one of his final gifts, the late Gene Daiber is planting seeds for the next generation of agriculture leaders in the St. Louis Metropolitan Area. As part of Daiber’s estate plan, a generous gift to the Illinois Agriculture Association (IAA). ) Foundation will be awarded over the next 10 years,…
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