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Recent News About State Of Illinois Department Of Agriculture
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Illinois State Fair Box Office opens June 3 with special offers
The Illinois State Fair Box Office is set to open for in-person ticket sales on Monday, June 3. Operating hours are from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday. Tickets can also be purchased online at www.ticketmaster.com.
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Du Quoin State Fairgrounds Farmers Market opens June 4
The Illinois Department of Agriculture's (IDOA) Du Quoin State Fairgrounds Farmers Market will commence on Tuesday, June 4, from 3 to 6 p.m. at The Cattle Barns on the Du Quoin State Fairgrounds.
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USDA APHIS announces new rules on animal disease traceability
On April 26, 2024, the USDA Animal and Plant Health Inspection Services (APHIS) announced the final rule to enhance animal disease traceability (ADT) for certain cattle and bison. This rule will take effect 180 days from its publication in the Federal Register. The Illinois Department of Agriculture (IDOA) will provide an update with the final date once published.
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Illinois State Fair announces event lineup for The Arena in 2024
The Arena, located in Springfield, Illinois, is set to host a series of family-friendly events during the 2024 Illinois State Fair. Tickets for these popular events are currently available for purchase.
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17th annual Illinois Product Farmers Market to commence on May 16
The Illinois Department of Agriculture (IDOA) has announced the commencement of its 17th annual Illinois Product Farmers Market on Thursday, May 16. The event will take place from 3:30 to 7 p.m. at The Shed on the Illinois State Fairgrounds.
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GRAMMY Award Winner Lil Wayne to Headline the Illinois State Fair Grandstand
The Illinois State Fair has announced that five-time GRAMMY award-winning, multiplatinum rap icon Lil Wayne will headline the Illinois State Fair Grandstand on Wednesday, August 14.
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Asian Longhorned Tick Confirmed in Illinois
Illinois has become the 20th state in the United States to detect the presence of the Asian longhorned tick (Haemaphysalis longicornis). The discovery was made on April 12 during routine active tick surveillance in Morgan County as part of a grant-funded program by the Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH)."Identification was confirmed by entomologists at the National Veterinary Services Laboratory," the report stated.The small, light brown tick, known for its ability to reproduce without a mate and lay up to 2,000 eggs at a time, was first introduced to the U.S....
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Illinois State Fair, Ridgely Elementary School Unveil Winners of 2024 Postcard Contest
SPRINGFIELD, IL - For the second year in a row, Springfield Public Schools District 186 and the Illinois State Fair collaborated to provide students at Ridgely Elementary with a unique opportunity.Students at Ridgely took part in a contest to design a postcard for the Illinois State Fair, showcasing their creative perspectives on the event. Winners were selected from each grade level, with their postcards set to be printed and available for free at the fair in August."We appreciate our partnership with District 186 and look forward to families across the state of...
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Illinois monitors H5N1 flu threat in dairy cattle amid national concerns
While no cases have been reported in Illinois, federal agencies have confirmed the presence of the H5N1 influenza virus in dairy herds across eight states. The Illinois Department of Agriculture (IDOA) and the Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) are actively monitoring the situation. They are coordinating with producer groups and partner organizations to educate veterinarians and cattle farmers on recognizing clinical signs of H5N1 influenza for prompt identification and containment.
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Illinois State Fair hosts preview event with food vendors and discounted passes
The Illinois State Fair is set to host a 100 Days Out celebration on April 30 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Reisch Pavilion on the fairgrounds in Springfield, Illinois. This event will provide attendees with a taste of the upcoming fair scheduled for August 8-18.
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Illinois offers free agrichemical disposal in select counties this summer
Residents in 11 counties across Illinois will have the opportunity to dispose of unwanted agrichemicals without charge, courtesy of the Illinois Department of Agriculture's (IDOA) "Clean Sweep" program. The scheduled collection will take place in late summer and includes Bureau, Carroll, Henry, JoDaviess, Lasalle, Lee, Ogle, Rock Island, Stephenson, Whiteside, and Winnebago Counties.
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Illinois offers free recycling for agrichemical containers statewide
The Illinois Department of Agriculture (IDOA) is inviting farmers and agrichemical facilities to participate in a free recycling program for agrichemical containers. The initiative will start in mid-July and run through August, with collection sites across the state. The recycled materials will be used to produce shipping pallets.
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The Smashing Pumpkins set to headline Illinois State Fair Grandstand
The Illinois State Fair has confirmed that The Smashing Pumpkins, a band with two GRAMMY awards to their name, will headline the Grandstand on Friday, August 16. Known for their significant influence on alternative music and culture since forming in Chicago in 1988, The Smashing Pumpkins have sold over 30 million albums worldwide. Their accolades include two GRAMMY Awards, two MTV VMAs, and an American Music Award.
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Illinois Department of Agriculture announces spongy moth treatment plan for northwest Illinois
The Illinois Department of Agriculture (IDOA) has scheduled two open houses to discuss its 2024 Spongy Moth treatment program for northwest Illinois. The sessions aim to inform the public about upcoming spray treatments in the region.
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Miranda Lambert to headline Illinois State Fair with Gavin Adcock opening
Miranda Lambert, a three-time GRAMMY winner and the most-awarded artist in Academy of Country Music history, is set to perform at the Illinois State Fair on Saturday, August 17. Lambert's eighth solo album, "Palomino," released in 2022, was recognized as the largest female country album debut of the year and received a GRAMMY nomination for Best Country Album. The album was highlighted by several major publications including the New York Times and Rolling Stone.
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Open houses planned for spongy moth treatment program in northwest Illinois
The Illinois Department of Agriculture (IDOA) is set to host an open house on March 27, 2024, at the Galena Public Library in Galena, Illinois. The event aims to explain the department's plan for treating parts of northwest Illinois affected by the Spongy Moth infestation.
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Jonas Brothers to perform at Illinois State Fair on August 15
The Jonas Brothers are set to perform at the Illinois State Fair on Thursday, August 15. Known for their success in the music industry, the group has sold over 20 million albums and received two GRAMMY award nominations. They have also achieved 26 Billboard Hot 100 hits and recently earned a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.
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Illinois allocates $28.8M USDA grants for free local food distribution
Governor JB Pritzker has announced the allocation of $28.8 million in grants to provide free locally produced food to underserved communities in Illinois. The initiative, a collaboration between the Illinois Department of Agriculture (IDOA) and the Illinois Department of Human Services (IDHS), is part of the Local Food Purchase Assistance Cooperative Agreement (LFPA). This program enables the state to buy food from socially disadvantaged farmers at fair market value for distribution by various providers such as food banks and non-profits.
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Keith Urban to headline Illinois State Fair; MacKenzie Porter joins as special guest
Keith Urban, a prominent figure in country music and two-time CMA Entertainer of the Year, is set to perform at the Illinois State Fair on August 9. He will be joined by special guest MacKenzie Porter, who has gained recognition for her hit duet "Thinking 'Bout You" with Dustin Lynch.
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Illinois Product Expo celebrates its silver anniversary with diverse offerings
The Illinois Department of Agriculture (IDOA) is set to host the Illinois Product Expo on March 2 and 3 at the Orr Building on the Illinois State Fairgrounds. This event, now in its 25th year, connects Illinois food companies with consumers. Attendees can sample products, enjoy the Illinois Wine Garden, and purchase their favorite items.