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April 9, 2026
ILLINOIS FARM BUREAU AWARDS $120,000  IN RURAL DEVELOPMENT GRANTS TO LOCAL PROJECTS

In an effort to elevate rural communities, Illinois Farm Bureau partnered with county Farm Bureaus (CFBs) to award 30 Rural Development Grants totaling $120,000 to support local efforts across the state, including projects in Stephenson County. Of the grants awarded, nine are addressing rural emergency services’ needs, and 21 are projects focused on supporting community and economic development or enhancing quality of life. […]

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April 6, 2026
Coffee and Conversation with Victoria Hansen

“Volunteers do not necessarily have the time; they just have the heart” Elizabeth Andrew. April is National Volunteer month. Farm Bureau wouldn’t be able to host our programs if it wasn’t for our incredible volunteers and supporters, which includes those who volunteer time, talents and even monetary support. Some of our major volunteer drive programs […]

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March 23, 2026
Coffee and Conversation with Victoria Hansen

On Saturday, March 14th I had the pleasure of hosting the Carroll and Stephenson County Farm Bureau’s Bus Trip to see Hamilton in Chicago. What an incredible show and even better company. I always enjoy bus trips because I get to interact with familiar and new faces.  Hamilton kicked off our 2026 Bus Trip Schedule. […]

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March 17, 2026
Pollinator Seed for Sale

With support from Illinois Farm Bureau (IFB), Growmark, and FS—Stephenson and Carrol County Farm Bureau are providing a discounted pollinator seed sale. This year, we have the “Butterfly Mix” and a CRP mix available for purchase. The butterfly mix will support monarchs, butterflies, and bees. The CRP mix is designed to support butterflies and bees, […]

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March 16, 2026
Coffee and Conversation with Victoria Hansen

With graduation right around the corner, don’t wait to book your event at the Carroll or Stephenson County Farm Bureau buildings. Rooms start as low as $100. Summer Saturdays and Sundays are limited. Call the Farm Bureau of your choice for availability and to learn more about the rental process. Carroll County Farm Bureau 815-244-3001 […]

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March 9, 2026
Coffee and Conversation with Victoria Hansen

How did Farm Bureau serve our members in February: To learn more about Farm Bureau visit www.ilfb.org Carroll and Stephenson County Farm Bureaus to offer Pollinator Seeds:  With support from Illinois Farm Bureau (IFB), Growmark, and local FS—Stephenson and Carrol County Farm Bureau are providing a discounted pollinator seed sale. This year, we have the […]

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