FCI Board of Directors Selects Next CEO

Kelly Duitsman Hunt was selected as the next Farm Credit Illinois CEO by the cooperative’s board of directors. Hunt assumes her new role effective Jan. 1, 2025. 



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Weather Outlook Update

In this forecast video, Eric Snodgrass reflects on the growing season conditions, dives into how tropical storms are affecting current conditions, and looks ahead at what to expect in late fall and winter. 

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KOHL-laborations

After attending FCI’s first farm women’s conference, She Grows, Dr. Kohl shares the industry insights and business practices farm women are most focused on, and the impact women have on the agriculture industry. 

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Attend an FCI Learning Program - Earn Your $500 Incentive

Cultivate your farm’s future this off-season with learning programs focused on your success. FreshRoots participants may be eligible for $500 learning incentives for attending these programs.  

FCI Breaks Ground and Opens Annex

A groundbreaking ceremony was held at the construction site of a new regional office in Lawrenceville and the ribbon was cut on a newly constructed Mahomet regional office annex. 

Farm Credit Illinois maintains a list of upcoming farmland auctions submitted within the Association’s 60-county marketplace.

Crop Insurance Deadlines Approaching

OCTOBER 20, 31, OR NOVEMBER 5

Wheat Final Plant Date – Last date to plant with full coverage (see county-specific dates on map below)

NOVEMBER 14

Wheat Production Reporting Date – Signed production report due for summer 2024 harvested wheat

DECEMBER 1

Pasture, Rangeland, Forage Sales Closing Date – Signed application and acreage report due

DECEMBER 10

Corn & Soybean End of Insurance Coverage – Request an extension or appraisal for any crops left standing in the field

DECEMBER 15

Wheat Acreage Reporting Date – Signed acreage report due for all 2024 fall-planted wheat

2024 Focus on Farming Calendar Selections Made

Thanks to all who submitted and voted for photos during this year’s contest. We genuinely enjoy all the images we receive capturing the beauty of farm families and rural living.

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Nominate an Outstanding Ag Educator

Help us honor Illinois ag educators for their tremendous contributions, which help grow the next generation of agricultural leaders. The Golden Owl Award winner and Illinois Ag Educator of the Year will receive $3,000 and five additional honorees will win $500. Submit nominations through Nov. 15, 2024.