Life on an Illinois Farm
When you sit down to have supper, do you ever wonder where everything you eat comes from? How did those pork chops get on your table? Farming in Illinois talks about various kinds of farming done in Illinois from crops to animals. Explore how the animals are raised. What kinds of machinery help the farmer do his chores? Find out how different farm-oriented organizations interact with the community. Join us and find out all about Farming in Illinois. Visit Site
CHINA/NEW ZEALAND WORK ON TRADE DEAL
President Obama announced progress on his pledge to double U.S. exports over the next five years, including the development of a new presidential advisory council on exports. THEM AGAINST US - PART 1
If slaughter houses had glass walls, everyone would be vegetarian. That's how a solemn Paul McCartney, the ex-Beatle, begins narration of a new video from People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA). What follows is the same sensationalism and fiction that livestock producers have come to expect from the radical activist group. ACTIVE FLY CONTROL IS ESSENTIAL FOR GOOD CATTLE HERD HEALTH
Whether in the pasture or the barn, fly control is an essential part of keeping healthy dairy and beef cattle herds, said Purdue University entomologist Ralph Williams. INDUSTRY COUNTS ON STOCKERS TO ENSURE CATTLE QUALITY
Genetics were selected years ago; calving and weaning are complete, so the next place that really matters in the beef production chain is the feedlot. Right? GELDINGS ARE A HAPPIER WORKING PARTNER
Horse owners often decide early in the colt's life whether he shows the promise of being a quality stallion or will be a happier and more willing work partner as a gelding. FREEZE BRANDING OFFERS PRODUCERS AN ALTERNATIVE
Hot iron branding of livestock is the oldest form of permanent identification, practiced on other continents for hundreds of years, and was adopted very early in the American West as proof of ownership. Freeze branding is a relatively new innovation, developed at Washington State University in 1966 by Dr. Keith Farrell. MONITOR FEEDING REQUIREMENTS OF EARLY WEANED CALVES
Meeting the nutritional needs of a young calf might sound familiar to parents of young children: feed well, feed often and prepare for pickiness. LARGE CROWD GATHERS FOR SALACOA VALLEY FEMALE SALE
A large crowd gathered on a beautiful Georgia afternoon for Salacoa Valley Farms Brangus female sale. NEMAHA VALLEY ANGUS PARTNERS WITH CERTIFIED ANGUS BEEF LLC
A northeast Kansas diversified farm became the first in that corner of the state to license with Certified Angus Beef LLC in the Feedlot Licensing Program. IT'S THE PITTS - TERMS OF ENDEARMENT
I hate it when people I don't even know call me terms of endearment such as honey, darling, pet, precious, sugar or angel. USE OF SEXED SEMEN IN BEEF CATTLE CAN BE BENEFICIAL
The first sex-selected calf conceived from frozen sexed semen was born in the early 1990's, and in 2004 this technology became commercially available. BLACK INK - SORTING
Low-stress cattle handling is becoming a mainstream practice, but have you ever thought about the ultimate low-stress sorting systemright from your computer? PUREBRED VS. COMMERCIAL NUTRITIONAL NEEDS MAY DIFFER
In the beef cattle industry there has been discussion in many shapes and forms concerning feeding and nutrition of purebred cattle. In many cases, the perception of purebred breeders is that purebred cattle have significantly different nutrient requirements than commercial cattle. This may be true in some respects but possible not for the reasons the producer suspects. This article will discuss some of these perceptions. NEW FENCING TECHNOLOGY ADDS LIFE TO OPERATION
Cattlemen value longevity, whether it's the genetics that roam the pastures or the equipment needed to get the job done. Many operations have a dinosaur like pick-up that drinks fuel way too fast and can be cantankerous on certain mornings, but owners are quick to defend by saying it will last another year. Fences are the same way.
Illinois State University
Illinois State University welcomes you. On our Web site you will find many helpful links to important information. From applying online to the Freshman Link, and others.
http://www.ilstu.edu/
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Tri-County Electric Cooperative, Inc.
Serving the rural residents of Washington, Jefferson, and Marion Counties, Illinois with affordable electricity. Includes business information, regional news, and educational programs.
http://www.tricountycoop.com/
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M & S Implement Company Inc
New Holland, Agco Gleaner, and Bush Hog farm equipment dealer selling new and used tractors, combines, mowers, and other farm machinery in Southern Illinois
http://msimplement.com
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Buck Brothers
Northern Illinois area John Deere dealership. Product line serving the agricultural, home owner, commercial landscaper, golf courses and municipalities.
http://buckbrosinc.com/
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McCullough Implement Company
Specializing in used Agco Gleaner combines. Located in Illinois.
http://www.mcagplus.com/combines/agco_gleaner_combines.htm
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Illinois' Best Plants at the Chicago Botanic Garden
Best plants for Midwest gardens include recommended perennials, trees, shrubs, evergreens. Chicago Botanic Garden advice on ornamental, hardy plant selections for garden design and landscape planning. Plant recommendations for better gardening.
http://bestplants.chicago-botanic.org/
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Daybreak Farm ... An American Saddlebred Farm
Daybreak Farm is a full service training and breeding facility featuring American Saddlebreds and located in Princeton, Illinois just south of Interstate 80. There are always American Saddlebred horses for sale from weanlings to finished Show Horses. Horse training available beginning with futurity youngsters, the starting of show prospects, and the finished performance or saddleseat equitation horses.
http://www.daybreakfarmsaddlebreds.com/
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Lazy T Ranch - Appaloosa Horses
Lazy T Ranch was established in 1995. We strive to produce beautiful, colored Appaloosa horses that will both halter and ride. We are located just outside of Springfield, Illinois. We stand our stallion, Northern Brights to a few outside mares and typically have a small number of select yearlings and weanlings for sale.
http://userweb.springnet1.com/lazyt/
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Willow Creek Farm "What Quarter Horses were Bred to Be"
We strive to produce up close, foundation bred quarter horses.Peppy San Badger and Hancock lines.Standing Studs and colts for sale. Located in Southern Illinois.
http://willowcreekfarm.us
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Six Point Farm
Nubian Dairy Goats for milk and show located in central Illinois
http://www.sixpointfarm.com
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Little Country Acres
Registered "Babydoll" Southdowns in N/E Illinois. We are enrolled in the scrapie program, flock #IL2679F. We also raise registered Shetland sheep in many colors.
http://www.illinoissheep.com
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Illinois Land For Salenew
Illinois land for sale with 1000s of farms, ranches, waterfront and rural residential properties.
http://www.LandsofIllinois.com
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Worrell-Leka & Associates
Providing farm apprasial services in central and west central Illinois.
http://www.worrell-leka.com
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K.M. Murray Appraisals
Real estate appraiser in the Chicago, Illinois area.
http://www.murrayappraisals.com
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Property Valuation Services
Real estate appraiser serving Lee county, Iowa and Hancock county, Illinois.
http://p-v-s.net
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Illinois - Farmers National Company
Illinois and Missouri farms and recreational land for sale with fly over photos of most properties.
http://www.buyafarm.com
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University of Illinois
Eight undergraduate colleges and one school offer over 150 programs of study leading to baccalaureate degrees.
http://www.uiuc.edu/
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Unsicker Farms
High performance, moderately framed, optimum EPD Gelbvieh and Angus herd sires are used to produce commercial F1 and composite heifers and bulls near Peoria, Illinois.
http://www.unsickerfarms.com/index.html
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Carrousel Farms
Comprised of over 10,000 acres of land in northern Illinois and southern Wisconsin and specializing in purebred Limousin and Angus beef cattle, Holstein dairy cattle, vegetables, cash grain crops, and Arabian horses.
http://www.carrouselfarms.com/
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White Family Shorthorns
Show Cattle and purebred Shorthorns. Located in Smithfiels, Illinois.
http://www.wiu.edu/users/musaw13/
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Allen's Aussies - Hampshire, Illinois
Chicago-area breeders of Australian Shepherds. Hand-raised by our family on our farm with lots of individual attention and TLC.
http://www.allemeier.com/aussies/
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Illinois Department of Agriculture
The department oversees the conservation of the state's land and water resources; the health and welfare of livestock and companion animals;
http://www.agr.state.il.us/
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Flavor Hut International
Producer of flavors for use in a wide range of feeds and pet food. Product list and contact information. Located in St. Charles, Illinois.
http://www.flavorhut.com/
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Eden's Harvest Farm
We are a family farm specializing in Huacaya Alpacas, Tailored contracts, TTEAM Traing for our Alpacas and Customers, & New Breeders Reference Manual. We are conveniently located in Central Illinois, 26 miles South of I-80 and 12 miles West of I-55 between Streator, Dwight and Pontiac.
http://www.edensharvestfarm.com
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Great Lakes Alpaca Association
The Great Lakes Alpaca Association (GLAA) was formed in 1995 to promote the growth of the alpaca industry in the Great Lakes region-- Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, Minnesota, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, and Wisconsin. Our membership includes both new and established alpaca breeders.
http://www.GLAA-Alpaca.org
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Always Alpacas
Alpaca farm in Southern Illinois offering animals for sale, as well as fiber, fleece and fiber products, boarding, breeding and contract sales.
http://www.alwaysalpacas.com/
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Rustic View Alpacas
We are located in the heart of Illinois, North of Peoria, along what was part of the original Peoria-Galena Trail. Our focus is breeding for improved genetics along with excellent customer service. We are available ANYTIME! We won't leave you out in the cold.
http://www.alpacanation.com/rusticview.asp
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J4 Alpacas
Suri alpaca breeders in Illinois. Also offer, boarding and stud service. Site includes large list of links to alpaca topics and variety of other topics as well.
http://www.j4alpacas.com
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Wolfpaca Ranch
Breeders in Northern Illinois offering suri alpacas for sale.
http://www.wolfpacaranch.com
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Drury Lane Llamas
South American and domestic registered stock for sale. (Carbondale , Illinois)
http://www.llamaweb.com/east/DLL
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Sun Valley Llamas
Breeders specializing in llamas with great dispositions, lovely fiber and solid bloodlines in central Illinois, USA.
http://www.sunvalleyllamas.com/
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Vern Haven Farm
A small goat farm located in southern Illinois developing a nice line of purebred Nubian Dairy Goats using registered stock.
http://www.angelfire.com/il/vernhaven/
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Six Point Farm
Small family farm producing quality registered Nubian dairy goats for show and milk. Located in Bloomington, Illinois, USA.
http://www.sixpointfarm.com/
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Shagbark Bantams
Breeders of Belgian d'Uccles in mille fleur, porcelain, gold neck, whiteand black, Call Ducks in butterscotch and snowy, and the Malaysian Serama. Poultry health articles available on-line. Located in northern Illinois, USA.
http://www.shagbarkbantams.com/
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American Live Stock Insurance Company
Livestock insurance for cattle, horses, dogs, swine, sheep, goats, 4-H, and F.F.A. Located in Geneva, Illinois.
http://www.livestockins.com
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Pleasant Acres Farm
Breeders of Hampshire sheep and Hereford cattle in Marengo, Illinois, USA. The sheep are all foot rot free, OPP and CL negative, and B ovis negative.
http://www.pleasantacresfarm.com/
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Little Country Acres
N/E Illinois breeder of registered Shetland sheep and registered "babydoll" Southdowns. Pets and breeding stock, and occasionally raw wool. Enrolled in Vol. Scrapies program #IL2679.
http://www.illinoissheep.com
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J & J Show Lambs
Club Lamb breeder located on the Wisconsin/Illinois border.
http://www.jandjshowlambs.com/
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Harms Show Lambs
Larry and Barb Harms of Lexington, Illinois. Detailed information on stud rams used, winners, and sales consignments.
http://www.clublambpage.com/harms/
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Prairie State Semen, Inc.
Boar stud and hog semen supplier, offers semen from champion Hampshires, Yorkshires, Durcos, Pietrain, and show pigs sires. Located in Champaign, Illinois, USA.
http://www.showpigs.com/
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Illinois Cooperative Extension
University of Illinois Extension provides practical, research-based information and programs to help individuals, families, farms, businesses and communities in Illinois.
http://www.extension.uiuc.edu/welcome.html
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