Jeff Adkisson, Executive Director of the Grain and Feed Association of Illinois updates on summer activities in preparation for harvest and labor needs at grain elevators. Kevin Semlow, Illinois Farm Bureau Director of State Legislation, highlights the redistricting maps, the state budget and proposed renewable energy legislation. Dave Loos, Director of Biofuels and Research Illinois Corn Growers Association, discusses ethanol and its role in climate policy. Also discussed is a proposed bill that has potential to impact the construction of ethanol plants. Weather with State Climatologist Trent Ford focuses on drought conditions in NE Illinois and more than adequate conditions in West Central Illinois.