Local Ag News

Caleb Wagner of the Mercer County FFA chapter has been named a national finalist this year for the Nursery Operations Agricultural Proficiency Award. Agricultural Proficiency Awards honor FFA members who, through supervised agricultural experiences (SAEs), [FULL STORY]

Data from the USDA national Agricultural Statistics Service shows cash rent for non-irrigated cropland in Mercer County is averaging $250 per acre. State Crop Statistician Mark Schleusener has a snapshot of the state. Cash rent [FULL STORY]

Mercer County Farm Bureau Manager Jenna Preston was a guest on WRMJ’s Focus Program and said farmers may be headed to the fields early. She reminds those on the roadways to slow down and don’t [FULL STORY]

Grand champions from 12 county fairs, including Mercer County, will compete this weekend. It’s The Throwdown—A Western Illinois Showdown, held at the Knox County Fairgrounds in Knoxville. Brent Titus of Alexis helped organize the event [FULL STORY]

The Mercer County Youth Livestock Auction celebrated its 31st year at the Mercer County Fair Friday Night. A large crowd turned out for the event that celebrated youth in agriculture. The auction set a new [FULL STORY]

WRMJ and the Brownfield Network are big believers in supporting and recognizing youth in agriculture. Once again, this year we would like to recognize two 4-H members who have been actively involved in 4-H over [FULL STORY]

Gearing up for another big year of the Mercer County Youth Livestock Auction, now in its 31st year. Mike Peterson  has been involved in every one of  them. This year’s Mercer County Youth Livestock Auction [FULL STORY]

The Rockridge FFA Chapter is holding a consignment auction fundraiser this weekend. Bidding starts Saturday at 11 a.m., at Rockridge High School. Rockridge FFA President Laikyn Parchert says you can bring items to the chapter [FULL STORY]