Illinois Farm Bureau

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Reciprocal Tariffs in Play – What's Next? RFD's Deloss Jahnke spoke with President Brian Duncan on Profit Watch this morning to discuss what’s next for IFB members as reciprocal tariffs take shape. 🎙️Listen here: https://lnkd.in/guSp8wSk

Q1—aka conference season—has officially wrapped, and it’s all because of you! 👏 Our members' dedication to learning, developing, and leading in agriculture is what makes these events so impactful. Whether you’re a Young Leader, an advocate shaping policy, an agribusiness pro, a farmer striving for an advantage, or someone passionate about local food, your commitment to growth drives everything we do! Stay tuned for what’s to come in 2026🎉

Our members aren’t just voices in the crowd, they’re the faces of agriculture. Real farmers. Real stories. And last week, they took those stories straight to D.C. We want to thank USDA Secretary Rollins for taking the time to meet face to face with Illinois Farm Bureau members!

Remember governing starts at the grassroots and your vote counts so #GetOutTheVote TODAY Need more info? We've got you covered: https://lnkd.in/gtvnNF49

Thank you to our members who stepped away from their farms and businesses for four days to advocate on behalf of Illinois Farm Bureau. Your voices, your stories, and your dedication make all the difference. We appreciate your hard work and commitment to Illinois agriculture!

Update! Director of National Legislation, Ryan Whitehouse, puts a cap on #L2DC! 🏛️ IFB members hit the ground running making sure ag’s priorities were front and center in D.C. The team is headed home, but the conversation doesn’t stop here. Be sure to ask your members who participated and county directors about the trip and what it means for Illinois farmers.

Day #2 of Leaders to Washington! We HIT the Hill, asked tough questions, and we were heard. IFB members met with their representatives- including Eric Sorensen, Darin LaHood, Lauren Underwood, Mike Bost, Marry Miller, and Brad Schneider and had the opportunity to meet with Senators Durbin and Senator Duckworth. We also engaged with the EPA and House Ag Committee staff. To top it off, one of the biggest moments of the day: IFB members had the chance to ask questions directly to USDA Secretary Brooke Rollins and make our voices heard! We want to thank everyone who took time out of their busy schedules to meet with us yesterday. Your time and attention made a real impact, and we truly felt heard.

It's #StandUp4GrainSafety week! Staying Safe on the farm should ALWAYS be top priority

Day one of Leaders to Washington kicked off with BIG conversations. 16 farmers from McHenry County to Jackson County and everywhere in between ✈️ brought their stories straight to the Administration during a meeting with the White House Office of Public Liaison. They provided feedback and gained key insights from USDA offices, including FSA and Foreign Ag Services, and connected with newly appointed RMA Admin Pat Swanson. The day wrapped up at the Mexican Embassy. And they’re just getting started! Stay tuned as they take Capitol Hill!