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Recent News About State Of Illinois Department Of Agriculture
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Jake Owen to headline Illinois State Fair Grandstand on August 8
Country music artist Jake Owen is set to perform at the Illinois State Fair Grandstand on Friday, August 8.
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Little River Band set to perform at Du Quoin State Fair in August
The Little River Band is scheduled to perform at the Du Quoin State Fair Grandstand on Sunday, August 24, 2025.
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Illinois Product Farmers Market returns May 15 with local goods
The Illinois Department of Agriculture (IDOA) has announced the commencement of the 18th season of the Illinois Product Farmers Market.
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Illinois Department of Agriculture launches free recycling program for agrichemical containers
The Illinois Department of Agriculture (IDOA) has announced a free recycling program for agrichemical containers, inviting farmers and agrichemical facilities to participate.
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David Lee Roth set to perform at Du Quoin State Fair in August
The Du Quoin State Fair has announced that David Lee Roth will perform at the event on Saturday, August 23.
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Illinois State Fair teams with local school for postcard contest
Students at Ridgely Elementary School have showcased their artistic skills in a collaboration between Springfield Public Schools District 186 and the Illinois State Fair.
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Illinois Department of Agriculture plans open houses for Spongy Moth treatment program
The Illinois Department of Agriculture (IDOA) has announced a series of open houses to inform residents about its 2025 Spongy Moth treatment program in northern Illinois.
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Illinois wheat producers approve check-off program, beginning in 2026
Illinois wheat producers have approved the initiation of a wheat check-off program in the state.
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The Chainsmokers to perform at Illinois State Fair on August 15
The Illinois State Fair will feature The Chainsmokers, a GRAMMY Award-winning, RIAA Diamond-certified duo, in a performance at the Illinois Lottery Grandstand stage on Friday, August 15.
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Illinois State Fair sets April 29 celebration 100 days before the 2025 event
The Illinois State Fair is setting the stage for a countdown event, "100 Days Out," as it prepares for the grand opening of the 2025 Fair.
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USDA offers low-interest loans to Illinois producers affected by severe weather
The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) has announced the availability of low-interest emergency physical loss loans to producers in six Illinois counties.
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The Black Crowes to perform at Illinois State Fair in August
Legendary rock band The Black Crowes are set to perform at the Illinois Lottery Grandstand Stage on Saturday, August 9, as part of the Illinois State Fair's lineup.
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Illinois State Fair announces thrilling event lineup at The Arena
The Illinois State Fair has announced a diverse lineup of events set to take place in The Arena during the 2025 fair.
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Governor Pritzker declares March 19 as Illinois Agriculture Trade Day
Governor JB Pritzker has declared March 19, 2025, as Illinois Agriculture Trade Day.
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Brad Paisley returns to perform at Illinois State Fair after eight years
Brad Paisley is set to return to the Illinois State Fair for a performance on the Illinois Lottery Grandstand Stage on August 14.
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Snoop Dogg announced as performer at Illinois State Fair
American rapper Snoop Dogg is set to perform at the Illinois State Fair Grandstand on August 13.
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Illinois agriculture director addresses funding cuts' impact at General Assembly hearing
Illinois Department of Agriculture Director Jerry Costello II recently addressed the House Agriculture & Conservation Committee in Springfield to discuss the impact of federal funding cuts and tariffs on Illinois farmers.
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Illinois Department of Agriculture invites applications for community garden plots
The Illinois Department of Agriculture (IDOA) is inviting individuals and families to apply for the 2025 community garden season.
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Illinois farming grants halted due to Trump Administration's funding cuts
The Illinois Department of Agriculture has announced that two key programs, the Local Food Purchase Assistance Program (LFPA) and the Resilient Food Systems Infrastructure Program (RFSI), are unable to continue operations in Illinois.
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Conservation initiatives launched at Du Quoin State Fairgrounds
For 11 days each year, the Du Quoin State Fair in Illinois becomes a hub of activity with carnival rides, livestock exhibitions, food vendors, and live music.