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Here you will find the latest and most up-to-date information about the McHenry County Farm Bureau and the services it offers you.  

         

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Upcoming McHenry County Events

Summer Internship Offered

Event Date and Time: 
February 1, 2012 - 4:30pm
McHenry County Farm Bureau is excited to once again offer an agriculture related summer internship. The selected intern will gain valuable experiences in program planning, Ag in the Classroom, media, governmental affairs and public relations. The selected individual will receive valuable work experience, funds to further their education and the opportunity to receive college credit.

Yoder to present Crop Insurance and Commodity Challenge

Event Date and Time: 
February 14, 2012 - 10:30am
Doug Yoder the Senior Director of Affiliate and Risk Management for Illinois Farm Bureau will be presenting Crop Insurance and the Commodity challenge on Tuesday, February 14 at 10:30 am at the Farm Bureau building. Yoder specializes in crop insurance, grain industry policy, the farm bill and market education. The presentation will feature an update on recent changes to the federal crop insurance program. These changes provide an opportunity for farmers to enhance their coverage and/or reduce their premium. Yoder will also provide a step by step demonstration of the Commodity Challenge program (see related article). The program can help producers obtain a better understanding of the marketing tools that are available in today's fast paced agricultural world. The meeting will be concluded with a Farm Bill update and a lunch. We ask that interested parties RSVP by calling our office at 815-338-1520 or email Dan Volkers at mcfbmgr@att.net.

McHenry County Farm Bureau News

Women's Committee donates to New Horizons

January 23, 2012

McHenry County Farm Bureau Women's Committee donated 20 kitchen welcome packs to homeless veterans who are in the process of rebuilding their lives at New Horizons in Hebron.


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Get Ready to play: The Commodity Challenge

December 30, 2011
Buy! Sell! Trade! We've all made bad marketing decisions... or been left with regrets on a selling choice. Now you'll have a chance to practice, at no expense to you. The 2012 ILFB Commodity Challenge lets you trade commodities on the cash, futures, and options markets... without losing a dime! What you do gain is knowledge... to better understand the mechanics of pricing crops in today's fast-paced agricultural world.

McHenry County Farm Bureau was recognized at Illinois Farm Bureau’s Annual Meeting.

December 27, 2011

McHenry County Farm Bureau President, Bruce Meier, accepts a recognition plaque awarded to McHenry County Farm Bureau for its achievements during the 2010-11 program year. The award was presented during Illinois Farm Bureau's Annual Meeting and calls attention to the comprehensive nature of county Farm Bureau programs.

AGRICULTURAL CONSERVATION EASEMENT AND FARMLAND PROTECTION COMMISSION SEEKS APPLICANTS

December 22, 2011

The McHenry County Board is accepting applications from individuals interested in appointment to the McHENRY COUNTY AGRICULTURAL CONSERVATION EASEMENT AND FARMLAND PROTECTION COMMISSION. Three (3) vacant positions are available for three (3) year terms to expire on January 1, 2015. Incumbents may apply for reappointment. A background and/or experience in agriculture, finance, conservation or planning are desirable. Application forms are available at the County Board Office, Room 209, McHenry County Government Center, 667 Ware Road, Woodstock, IL 60098 (815-334-4221) or click the link at the bottom of this page. Completed applications should be returned to the County Board office no later than 3:00 p.m. on January 13, 2012. If mailing your application, certified or registered mail is recommended. Mailed applications should be sent to the following address: McHenry County Board, 2200 North Seminary Avenue, Woodstock, IL 60098.  http://www.co.mchenry.il.us/departments/countyboard/PDFDocs/AppointmentApp.pdf

USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service Announces Sign-Up Period

December 21, 2011
USDA's Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) today announced that the ranking period cut-off date for the Conservation Stewardship Program (CSP) is January 13, 2012. Producers interested in CSP should submit applications to their local NRCS office by the deadline so that their applications can be considered during the first ranking period of 2012.

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