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Welcome to the Stephenson County Farm Bureau website, where you'll find the latest and most up-to-date information about the Farm Bureau and the services we offer. We're here to serve the needs of our members and to fulfill our mission statement - "To Educate and Advocate for Agriculture".  Have a great day!

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Stephenson County Farm Bureau News

Building supplies for sale

As we prepare for demolition of our rental building on the corner of Walnut and Spring, SCFB is offering many of the building components for sale on a first-come, first-serve basis for reasonable offers. Click here to see the flyer with a general listing; interested parties should call Bruce at (815) 232-3186 or (815) 499-9387 to schedule a time to inspect the items for sale. Appointments will be made Monday-Friday from February 2-20 and also on Saturday February 7 and February 14 from 9 a.m.

News and Views

A weekly news and opinion column by SCFB Manager Bruce Johnson.

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Stroke Detection Plus returning

We're pleased to welcome Stroke Detection Plus back on Thursday February 5 for another round of their beneficial screenings to determine your risk of arterial blockage and stroke. Screenings will be offered from 8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., and Farm Bureau members get a significant discount on the full package of tests. Call (877) 732-8258 to schedule an appointment!

Seats going fast for Vermeer/Lely trip on February 25

The Northwest Illinois Forage and Grasslands Council is sponsoring a bus trip to Pella IA on Wednesday February 25 for a 10 a.m. tour of Vermeer Manufacturing (haying and specialty equipment) and Lely Equipment (robotic milking systems and haying equipment), with a lunch stop at Pizza Ranch ($10 cost on your own). Cost is $30 and space is limited - call the Farm Bureau office at (815) 232-3186 to reserve your spot on this interesting trip!

Sign up now for "American Country Christmas" trip

Demand has been strong thus far for our "American Country Christmas" trip to Nashville and Louisville, planned for November 29-December 3, 2015. We have two busses lined up and the first is basically full after just two preview programs, so don't delay if you're interested. Click here to see the flyer with complete details, and call (815) 232-3186 for more information.

2015 SCFB Bus Trips

Here's our tentative lineup of trips for 2015 - click on the highlighted link for each trip to view the flyer with trip details (links become active when details are finalized).

"Stephenson Scenes" calendars now available for $5 each

We're pleased to announce the first "Stephenson Scenes" calendar featuring the twelve winners of our 2014 photo contest. Calendars are on sale for just $5 at the Farm Bureau office and the Freeport/Stephenson County Visitors Center, with proceeds going to the SCFB Foundation benefitting scholarships, teacher grants, and agricultural advocacy efforts.

Applications being accepted for 2015 Summer Program Assistant

We are now accepting applications for our 2015 Summer Program Assistant position - click here to see program details and click here for an application. Applicants will be scheduled for an interview at their earliest convenience following submittal of application; call Bruce at (815) 232-3186 for more information.

Upcoming Events

Stroke Detection Plus

February 5, 2015 - 8:30am to 4:30pm

SCFB Board of Directors Meeting

February 16, 2015 - 7:30pm to 9:30pm

Bus trip to Vermeer & Lely

February 25, 2015 - 6:30am to 7:00pm

IFB Governmental Affairs Conference

February 25, 2015 - 10:00am to February 26, 2015 - 12:00pm

Deadline for Summer Program Assistant applications

February 27, 2015 - 4:30pm

Illinois Farm Bureau News

Economist foresees infusion of youth, technology in ag

January 30, 2015

Economic challenges that surfaced in agriculture in the past year present an obstacle for some young people attempting to enter the business.

Another challenge for biodiesel

January 30, 2015

Three ways to vote in the Illinois Beef Checkoff referendum

January 29, 2015

In mid-February, Illinois cattle producers will be voting on restoring the state's beef checkoff program.

Livestock offer opportunities to start, grow operations

January 29, 2015

Young people who aspire to farm or expand existing operations may want to consider entering the livestock business.

FarmWeek for January 26

January 28, 2015

Here is your January 26 edition of FarmWeek via Issuu.com.

WIU plans 45th Ag Mech Farm Expo Feb. 7-8

January 28, 2015

People across western Illinois and beyond will glimpse emerging ag technology, tractors and machinery, livestock and crop equipment at the 45th annual Ag Mech Farm Expo at Western Illinois University (WIU), Macomb.

210 W. Spring St.
Freeport, IL  61032
Phone: 815-232-3186
Fax: 815-232-0016
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