Demand for biofuels has gotten back to levels seen before the COVID-19 pandemic hit in 2020, but that doesn’t mean a full recovery has happened in the industry.

DU QUOIN, Ill. — The Du Quoin State Fair is bouncing back from COVID-19 just in time for a celebration of its 100th anniversary. The fair will be held in Perry County from Aug. 26 through Sept. 5.

All across Missouri, youth livestock exhibitors are getting their animals ready and putting in the final weeks and days of preparation, all building up to that moment when they lead their animals out into the ancient show ring at the Coliseum, the Swine Pavilion or other venues at the Missouri State Fair.

HEYWORTH, Ill. — No matter where she is in the world, June Lavelle connects with agriculture, economic development and people ready for change.

Double-cropping wheat with soybeans is certainly nothing new. But it’s getting a fresh look.

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. — Agriculture is at the heart of the Illinois State Fair in Springfield.

Cuba always seems to be a place where a great deal is happening, but nothing really seems to be changing. At least that has often been the case with U.S. policy toward Cuba and trade between the two nations.

Paul and Delanie Trusty did not start farming until they were in their 50s, but it was the fulfillment of a long-standing aspiration.