Illinois Department of Agriculture Director Jerry Costello II joins Rita Frazer to take a look back at the stories that shaped Illinois agriculture in 2025 — from state fair milestones and infrastructure upgrades to an uptick in wheat acres and expanded meat and poultry inspections. 
Costello also digs into the pressures farmers are facing, the impact of tariffs and why strong trade relationships matter more than ever. Don't miss a candid, wide-ranging conversation about the wins, the worries and what's ahead for Illinois ag.