IL Farm Families

Illinois farmers are doing more than growing crops and raising livestock. They're discovering ways to do things better and finding sustainable solutions to some of society's biggest challenges. See for yourself how innovation grows right here, in Illinois.

Be sure to tune in to RFD Today on Friday to learn about @ILFarmFamilies working together to share one message #WeAreThe96 @ilcorn @ILSoybean @ilbeefassoc @ilpork @MidwestDairy @ILFarmBureau @JTatRFDRadio

Origin story of @ILFarmFamilies #wearethe96 campaign & what the plans are for 2023! Later we hear a report from @ILSoybean Summit & @midwesttruckers Show last weekend! @JTatRFDRadio @ILFarmBureau @ilcorn @MidwestDairy @ilbeefassoc @ilpork @FarmWeekNow spreaker.com/episode/526946…

@ILFarmFamilies has declared 2023 as the Year of the Farmer! Keep an eye out during the first half of the Super Bowl for some familiar farm faces this Sunday! #Wearethe96 #FarmersofIllinois

From our families to yours—have a happy, healthy holiday!

Is there anything cuter than a kid in a pumpkin costume? Happy Halloween from our farm families to yours! #HappyHalloween #IllinoisFarmers #FarmersOfIllinois #Pumpkins #PumpkinCostume

Thinking about introducing more pork into your meals? You’re not alone. Since the pandemic started, ground pork sales have surged 27%. See why many have made pork their go-to healthy protein at bit.ly/3ljaKKI

Few things are more rewarding than cooking together as a whole family. So, try this kid-inspired recipe. It's sure to be a smashing success. bit.ly/2Yv0beN

Supply chain issues are hampering every industry. Agriculture is no different. See how the industry is changing to cope with the new reality. bit.ly/3Fo5Fc5

Sure, most recipes you see on the Internet claim to be “must-try.” But this #crockpot #recipe? You really MUST TRY IT. Savory, sweet, spicy goodness. We’ve fallen in love with this fall chili recipe bit.ly/3mC681R

It’s pumpkin season. Which means it’s Illinois’ farmers time to shine. Because no other state produces as many #pumpkins as Illinois. Carving, decorating or eating? Show us what you’ve done with your pumpkins this year.

@EricStonestreet is back to (re)define another common pig farming phrase — the capitalist pig! The pig farming industry is full of generous, giving individuals who are dedicated to their local communities and being good neighbors. youtu.be/BnmtxwKLbcU

Thinking about trying something new for pork month? Before you fire up the grill or break out the air fryer check out the National Pork Board's pork cooking techniques for the best tips and recipes. bit.ly/3uPpioH

Most football tailgates look similar. Burgers, brats, wings — the classics. Which are great, but if you’re looking to take your tailgate-game to a championship level, we have a suggestion: Pork belly burnt ends. See this winning recipe at bit.ly/3BpSIMG

Change has often started on a farm. Marlowe Ivery, a fourth-generation farmer, set out to continue that proud tradition, tackling #sustainable #agriculture and raising a daughter at the same time. See how in this short film. bit.ly/3AkFMGy

Today, we teach. See the photo? Is that a bin? Or a silo? Is there a difference? Click the link and (hopefully) learn something new. bit.ly/3adMx2e #FarmFacts #FunFacts #IllinoisFarmers

The Illinois soybean harvest started early this year, and a strong yield is under way! What’s the next step in the soybean journey? Click the link to discover the many (many, many) uses for soybeans. bit.ly/3Do9xYD

#Harvest2021 is here! Check out our handy Illinois harvest timeline to see the best time to pick up your family's favorite produce. bit.ly/3aa2aaT #IllinoisHarvest

October is #NationalPorkMonth–celebrate by trying something new! This video from @NationalPork has some great ideas on how to prepare whole boneless pork loins. Or check out some more great recipes at bit.ly/3Bdg0oV.

On the search for the perfect pumpkin this fall? It won’t be hard to find. Illinois produces more pumpkins than any U.S. state! Find our go-to pumpkin patches near Chicago at bit.ly/3E4UjJg.

Not sure what to make for the tailgate? IFF farmer Deanne Frieders has you covered. Her field friendly recipes make for a great tailgate meal. Check out her recipes at bit.ly/3k0qC4k.