RFD Illinois

Josh Bolen, Young Leader Conference participant from Ogle County, talks about what benefits there are at the annual conference.
Western Illinois University Ag Mech Club President Owen Bull describes what it takes to host the club's annual expo.
Michelle Hatfield, Midwest Foodbank, explains why the foodbank has a presence at the Midwest Truck and Trailer show.
Tyler Pope, Clayton Pope Commodities, talks about what markets could look like if China goes through with buying what's expected.
CASE IH Precision Segment Lead Kendal Quandahl discusses breaking down the equipment used on a farm from CattleCon.
Meteorlogist Paul Otto has a look at your forecast for the week.

Kevin Semlow, Executive Director of Governmental Affairs and Commodities at the Illinois Farm Bureau, talks about what his staff manages day-to-day for Farm Bureau members.
Josh Lindville, Stone X Inputs Analyst, discusses the international outlook for fertilizer costs.
Shannon Welch, President of the Illinois Beef Association, talks about getting back into livestock during his college days.
Meteorlogist Paul Otto has a look at the weekend's forecast.

RFD Washington Correspondent Matt Kaye says Iowa Senator Chuck Grassley believes a year-round E15 bill from the House will need to be attached to a Senate bill to survive.
Henry County farmer Rock Katscgnig gives a Snowbird Report from Fort Meyers on freezing temperatures in Florida and what it means for produce.
NCBA Meat Scientist Jessica Lancaster discusses work in consumer research through the Beef Checkoff as carcasses weight continues to grow.
17th Street BBQ's Amy Main talks about the Murphysboro businesses' package of meat delivery for the big game.
Meteorologist Paul Otto has your forecast for the week.

RFD Washington correspondent Matt Kaye reports year-round E15 legislation, sidelined last year, still has broad bipartisan support in Congress.
Dr. Matt Montgomery, Agronomy Education Lead at Beck's Hybrids, talks about long-term considerations farmers should have in mind for the upcoming planting season.
Rachel Brown, Farm Family Resource Initiative Mental Health Specialist, previews a talk on reducing screentime for this weekend's Young Leaders Conference.
AgMarket.Net co-founder Matt Bennett talks about outlooks for the planting season, while Curt Kimmel discusses strategies for corn futures.
Meteorologist Paul Otto has a look at the forecast.

"Seven with Kevin" featuring Illinois Farm Bureau Executive Director of Governmental Affairs & Commodities Kevin Semlow, as discusses important issues for the year's congressional calendar and the importance of face-to-face work.
Brian Burke, John Stewart and Associates, puts a Friday market day in the red into perspective.
Meteorologist Paul Otto has a look at your forecast.

Illinois Farm Bureau president Philip Nelson talks about the importance and impact of the bureau's Everything Local Conference in Springfield.
IFB Executive Director of Governmental Affairs and Commodities Kevin Semlow explains what's at stake as Washington works to pass appropriations bills.
Sam Taylor, Rabo Bank Farm Input Analyst, discusses his Soy Summit presentation on tariffs, costs and availability.
Steve Bridge, RFD Correspondent at Springfield affiliate WMAY, talks about food distribution efforts on a state level.
Meteorologist Paul Otto has a look at the forecast.

Washington Correspondent Matt Kaye says President Donald Trump pledges support for year-round E15, as a deal falls apart in Congress.
Assistant Director of Agriculture for Illinois Kristi Jones kicks off the Illinois Farm Bureau Everything Local Conference in Springfield.
Todd Main, Illinois Soybean Association Director of Market Development, describes new uses for soybeans from the Soy Summit.
Matt Reardon, Atmospheric Scientist for Nutrien Ag Solutions, talks about the grip of cold on the Midwest.
Meteorologist Paul Otto takes a look at the forecast ahead.

RFD Washington Correspondent Matt Kaye reports as a top ethanol state senator is accusing oil refiners of ‘moving the goal post’ after a deal was worked out last week on year-round E15.
Kristi Jones, Illinois Assistant Director of Ag, talks about opening the Everything Local Conference and her recent trip to India with the National State Directors of Agriculture.
Jonathan Coppess, University of Illinois, talks Farm Bill progress, or lack of progress, from the IL Soy Summit.
Meteorologist Paul Otto has a look at the forecast.

Washington Correspondent Matt Kaye reports on top House lawmaker efforts to push year-round E15 and additional farm aid.
Josh Maschoff, president of Illinois Pork Producers, talks about the importance of trade with Mexico.
Precision Planting's Bryce Baker explains a new product aiming to increase the performance of corn right from the time of planting.
Nick Hausen, Meteorologist at Nick Hausen Weather, covers the continuing freezing cold.
Meteorologist Paul Otto has a look at the forecast.