The future of the packer processing industry and freezer beef opportunities with Nic Anderson, Illinois Livestock Development Group.

Mark Gebhards, Executive Director Governmental Affairs and Commodities, Illinois Farm Bureau provides commentary on state and national issues. Livestock issues ranging from the disparity in the livestock industry, status of second round of CFAP payments to swine producers, line speeds in processing plants are highlighted.

Dan Jennings, University of Illinois 4-H Animal System Youth Development Educator, discussed the Junior Livestock Conference held in person in April. This conference is led by the State 4-H Livestock Ambassadors for 7th, 8th and 9th graders to help further their animal science education and skill sets.

Josh St. Peters, Executive Vice President Illinois Beef Association, highlights the summer conference that will be held June 8 & 9 in East Peoria, IL.

Nic Anderson, Illinois Livestock Development Group talk about finding the balance of feeding in a pasture and barn housing environment.

Travis Mateer, Beef Educator with University of Illinois Extension and Nic Anderson, Illinois Livestock Development Group talk about current issues facing beef production.

Josh St. Peters, Executive Vice President, Illinois Beef Association reviews the IBA summer conference being held in East Peoria, June 8 & 9.

Dr. Ngozi Ezike, Illinois Director of Public health and Illinois Department of Agriculture Director Jerry Costello discuss COVID-19 recovery and vaccination efforts in rural Illinois and the impact to upcoming county and state fairs.

Alan Bjerga, National Milk Producers Federation, on environmental legislation that improves the good work already being done by dairy farmers and port congestion and its impact on dairy exports.