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Lee County • 37 S. East Ave. • Amboy, IL 61310 • (815) 857-3531 Whiteside County • 100 E. Knox St. • Morrison, IL 61270 • (815) 772-2165

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Lee County Farm Bureau members are invited to attend the

Lee County Farm BureauCentennial Celebration

on Saturday, June 13th, 2015 at theDixon Elks Lodge, 1279 Franklin Grove Rd, Dixon, Illinois.

Join us for: 4:30 p.m.—Social Hour, Historic Exhibits and Displays

5:30 p.m.—Buffet Dinner and ProgramKeynote speakers for the evening are:

Katie Pratt & Gerald Salzman

We look forward to you joining us for this exciting eventhonoring 100 years of Farm Bureau!

Reservations are $5.00 per person.Please pay in advance and R.S.V.P. on or before May 25th, 2015.

For more information or to RSVP,contact us (815) 857-3531 or [email protected]

• Lee County Farm Bureau

WAS YOUR FAMILY PART OF OUR CHARTER MEMBERSHIP?

ALTOHemenway, L.D.*Thorp, E.L.Ullensvang, JohnRicholson, A.Landon, W.P.Cooper, Ira L.

AMBOYGreen, W.A.*Purdy, E.A.Sullivan, E.A.Plauger, HenryMcCaffrey, B.Conner, HerbertFinch, G.P.MacKinnon, J.C.Aschenbrenner, C.Vaughn, F.N.Amboy Grocery Co.Atkinson, J.L.Smith, W.C.Epperson, H.F.Egan, Miss JosephineFenstemaker, Chas.Fehr, Frank J.Welsh, W.W.Koesler, EmelWeise, W.L.Garrett, James W.Burnham, J.W.Lyons, T.J.Finch, W.M.Sartorius, Carl H.Flannery, Thos.Carpenter, G.L.Atkinson, Wm.Morris, E.T.Sauer, Alex L.Canavan, J.P.Tuttle, A.I.Kauffman Drug Co.Morrissey, Mrs. RoseWittenauer, C.E. Jamison, R.W.Thompson, J.H.Meek, FrankTait, J.A.Eddy, W.L.Clark, Philip & SonGreen, R.M.Ruckman, R.W.Jones, W.V.Long, W.P.Robbins, Wm. H.Egan, John M.Doty, F.L.Jenkins, R.L.

ASHTONGriffith, J.C.*Vogeler, Chas. I.Krier, GustBrecunier, I.A.Sanders, W.H.Sloggett, JohnMenz, CharlesWeybright, C.E. Wagner, J.H.Shippert, E.C.Reitz, H.W.Tilton, EmraHarleman, JoeJeter, L.J.Jeter, R.W.Sanders, C.D.Baker, O.C.Chapman, E.T.Venterton, JohnGleim, Chas.Farmers State Bank-AshtonPyatt, B.C.Voger, C.E.Ventler, J.Drummond, G.E.Griffith, O.W.Knapp, W.D.Shumway, L.A.Beach, Geo. W.Herwig, HermanHadley, Geo C.Reed, C.O.Beach, Fred O.Brown, Chas. S.Yenerich, B.G.Luckey, C.G.Ashton BankKlenke, PhilipPfoutz, H.E.Kurth, Fred

BROOKLYNGehant, F.D.W.* Bradshaw, L.E.Bauer, G.G.Yocum, F.M.Farmers ElevatorRice, G.W.Althause, Peter

BRADFORDFrost, Wm. S. Jr.* Eisenberg, RolandDegner, A.J.Hart & WarnerSchafer, G.F.

Killmer, Alfred W.Garrett, Geo. B.Garrett, J.H.Hart, Henry S.Kesselring, F.L.Aschenbrenner, R.Baldwin, J.W.Miester, GeorgeHawbaker, AbrahamKampf, MattGonnerman, AdamNass, HarryVaupel, John J.Messer, Henry J.Krug, Wesley C.Griese, A.C.Weishaar, HenryAlbrecht, Chas. F.Degner, W.F.Buck, Ira L.Hall, J.G.Schinzer, AdamVentler, Wm. H.Griese, John H.Gonnerman, W.H.Meister, Fred W.Schinzer, GeorgeGlenn, M.N.Vogeler, Bert O.Aschenbrenner, AndrewRoss, Chas. W.Pomeroy, E.A.Black, Wm. T.

CHINAButler, E.F.*Biesecker, AllenPankhurst, James W.Graves, Louis E.Smith & HallMielke, C.A.Blocher, G. W.Buchman, FrankRiegle, WillisLahman, O.D.Weybright, C.E. Franklin Grove BankLahman, C.W.Gross, Fred C.Fox, Ben R.Hillison, H.W.Atkinson, J.F.Willis, AlbertMynard, F.HHausen, F.H.Miller, O.O.Lahman, F.D.Gross, R.C.

Dysart, May F.Buck, E.R.Sheap, W.L.Durkes, S.A.Gilbert, JoeBuck, O.D.Hausen, LillieWolcott, Wm. & SonHullah, ArthurLyons, J.P.Hussey, C.D.Mielke, Emil A.Kesselring, C.E.Hunt, W.M.Trostle, I.J.Lott, E.L.Sunday, CharlesKnouse, E.J.Keith, R.L.Cover, J.W.

DIXONBosworth, A.H.*Countryman, E.J.Dixon Evening TelegraphWilbur Lumber Co.Laing, John T.Swartz, C.B.Parker, Effie N.Armington, A.P.Crawford, J.W.Newcomer Co.Leake, C.R.Durkes, W.C.Misses Decker EAST GROVE Dunn, James P.*McCullough, J.A.Meurer, George HAMILTON Keigwin, H.G.*Sanders, W.E.McDermott, H.Keithahn, A.J.Hopkins, W.E.Dillon, Edward L.Clark, J.I.Miller, T. J. HARMON Kugler, W.H.*Watkins, E.J.Mannion, E.J.Behrend, John R.Cougren, JamesDurr, Mrs. H.J.

Smallwood, F.E.Heaton, JohnLong, J.B.Mekeel, A.A.Kugler, F.H.Stedman, W.F.Thormahlen, HenrySwartz, G.W.Ross, Geo. E.Frank, JamesWolf, JohnLeonard, D.D.Henry, S.F.Gatchel, W.Geidner, F.L.Durr, T.F.Hess, Elmer H.Mekel, J.D.Porter, John L.Wadsworth, H.L.Garland, J.J.Pohle, WillLong, R.W.Morrisey, Jas. E.Fagan, Wm.Clatworthy, A.B.Gleason, M.H. LEE CENTER Shaw, S.L.*Miller, ClemBurkhardt, Frank P.Henschel, C.H.Shaw, Sherman M.Callahan, W.Haub, Mathias, Jr.Miller, Gwo. P.Nichols, E.F.Ullrich, C.A.King, E.L.Dix, Wm.Adams, Leo M.Miller, Kyle C.Gooch, Roy M.Delhotal, F.H.Eckhardt, W.G.Nicholson, Joe W.Lane, B.F.Craig, D.W. MARION Cahill, A.D.*Lyons, W. F.Douvier, JohnGreenwald, LouisWelty, C.F.O’Malley, A.J.Cauffield, James

Hecker, Mrs. CarlAckert, Carl C.McCarty, W.J.Lalley, JohnCahill, A.D.Morrisey, J.H.Hussey, W.B.Keane, P.F.Kent, M.J.Kieffer, Ray MAY Striet, Peter*Leffelman, J.H.Downey, JamesMontavon, JamesLeffelman, M.W.Owens, Dr. A.E. NACHUSA Buchman, E.F.*Emmert, Fred W.Cline, ElmerPitzer, HarveyCrawford, RoyMorris, ScottSpangler, Harvey E.Lehman, I.M.Crawford, F.E.Crawford, E.L.Feldkerchner, JosephMoon, O.M.Bothe, H.C.Palmer, Dr. T.D.Emmert, F.G.Hewitt, J.H. NELSON Buckaloo, C.C.*Stitzel, C.M.Detrick, Martin PALMYRA Powers, Austin*Hughes, Herman, J.Powers, L.T.Johnson, Ralph E.Rutt, John J. REYNOLDS Salzman, H.A.*Gonnerman, JohnCleary, J.M.Gonnerman, FredSwegle, C.G.Ventler, MarcusHenert, Justus H.Henert, Wm.

Schanaberg, John A.Mehlhausen, FredGriese, Wm. SOUTH DIXON Wadsworth, J.C.*Courtwright, J.W.Tourtilott, AlfredBahen, H.A.Hoyle, John SUBLETTE Thier, J.W.*McNinch, C.G.Truckenbrod, John N.Lauer, A.J.Becker, John H.Dinges Bros.Erbes Bros.Long, J.A.Clink,H.A.Malach, G.F.Kuehna, J.W.Angier, Thos. R.Ultch, W.F.Full, FrankFauble, Geo. L.Henrich, Geo.Kuehna, JosephKuehna, P.F.Sublette Exchange BankBiester, AugustKoehler, AdamHetzler, L.A.Fisher, PeterGlaser, W.H.

VIOLA Maier, Mathew* Claudon, D.N.Tesche, Adolph G. Chandler, A.W.Nichols, A.H.Dunn, T.J. WYOMING Miller, J.C.*Faber, C.C.Gibbs, Chas.Yenerich, A.D.Carnahan, A.M.Hensler, M.J.Rosenkrans, ByronWells, A.S.Berry, W.S. & SonBeemer, A.J.Knetsch, FredEdwards, Mrs. J.F.

Wixom, E.E.Yenerich, L.G.Woods, P.L.Roberts, Benj.Larkin, Wm.Flemming, Wm.Hammond, Chas. F.Truckenbrod, F.J.Tarr, R.L.Burnett, A. G.Ramer, G.A.Faber, W.C.Cornell, O.L.Larabee, J.W.Barth, A.G.Knetsch, H.A.Barth, C.W.Bruant, F.Woods, RoyMittan, C.C.Gehlfuss, FredMcBride, A.C.Gibbs, Eugene N.Fisher, Mrs. DollieWeis, F.M.Merriman, C.A.Rogers, F.D.Gibbs, C.H.Thompson, G.W.Bend, W.H.Truckenbrod, P.H.Shaddick, RichardLatimer, C.E.Politsch, Conrad J.Thomas Bros.Politsch, John H.Nubergett, Philip WILLOW CREEK Hillison, T.E.*Herrmann, J.M.Durin, G.W.Risetter, Harvey O.Nelson, H.C. Petterson, EllingEspr, Lars L.Anderson, PeterRisetter, C.H.Eden, S.B.Howlett, Mrs. S.J.Barringer, W.D.Herrmann, F.X.Miller, Joseph A.Risetter, Lars C.Kennedy, JamesRisetter, L.H.

*Director

Charter Members by township - 1915SOURCE: Taken as written from the Lee County Farmer 50th Anniversary Edition, Dated August 28, 1965, Volume 43, Number 8, and Pages 3 and 4.

Lee County Farm Bureau •

Alton Irrigation, Inc.8096 Luther Road

Rock Falls, IL 61071(815)438-2730

Bureau and Lee County Farm Bureaus will be hosting their 6th Annual Golf Outing for supporters of Ag in the Classroom. The outing will be held on Friday, June 26th at Chapel Hill Golf Course in Princeton. The Tournament will be a shot-gun start, 4- person scramble. Tee time is 9 a.m. and lunch (provided by COUNTRY Financial) will be served for all teams and sponsors during the event. Proceeds from the tournament will benefit the Bureau and Lee County Ag in the Classroom programs.

Today’s youth are two and three generations removed from the farm. That’s why we feel it is so important to bring agriculture awareness to local students. Supporting the Ag in the Classroom program helps us provide free agriculture materials, presentations and resources to local teachers and classrooms in Bureau and Lee Counties. So, whether you consider yourself “good on the green” or just want to have a fun day out, this is the tournament for you!

Polish up your clubs and support a good cause. Team fees will range depending on what package you select. All team registrations includes 18-holes of golf, ½ cart and lunch.

If you are not a golfer but would like to support this event, several sponsorship packages are available. All proceeds will be split between Bureau and Lee County Ag in the Classroom programs.

Team registration is suggested by June 5. Teams registered after the deadline will be accepted if space is available. If you have any questions or would like a registration form, contact the Bureau County Farm Bureau (815) 875-6468. Tee time starts at 9:00 a.m. We hope to see you there!

GOLF OUTINGDixon8

Matt Hermes, BrokerSpecializing in Farm Sales

& Management

1254 N. Galena, D815-288-4648

We Have Buyers- We Need Land!

KANE COUNTY:229 +/- acre farm in great locationon Lenschow Road near Hampshire& Burlington. Approximately 97%tillable with excellent soils, and a full

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Young Leaders Donate to Local Libraries

In honor of National Ag Day, recognized March 18, 2015, the Lee County Farm Bureau Young Leader Committee donated “How Did That Get in My Lunchbox: The Story of Food” by Chris Butterworth to the public libraries in Lee County. Jeremy Wolf, Young Leader Chairman, (left) is shown making the donation to the Dixon Public Library.


Lee County Farm Bureau Member

LOCAL DISCOUNT PROGRAM ...where membership means value

By being a member of the Lee County Farm Bureau, you can take advantage of all the LOCAL savings just by showing your membership card at these and other participating businesses.

If you would like more information about the Local Discount Program,contact the Farm Bureau Office, 815-857-3531.

BUSINESS LOCATION DISCOUNTA & A Flooring 2528 E. Lincolnway, Sterling (815) 632-0675 $50 off purchase of $500 or more, $100 off purchase of $1000 or more

Abacus Tax Service 1 Les Buzz Way, Spring Valley (815) 664-3290 $5 off tax service

American Carpet & Tile 714 Illinois Ave., Mendota (815) 538-2415 10% off all materials

Anderson-Mosshart 711 Washington St., Mendota (815) 539-7121 25% off all Redwing Boots

532 S. Main St., Princeton (815) 875-4660

107 Mill St., Utica (815) 667-4206

Bearman Photography 526 E. Main St., Amboy (815) 627-0303 FREE Sheet of wallets with the purchase of every photography package

Bearman Web Design 526 E. Main St., Amboy (815) 627-0303 15% off custom web site, logo & business card design

Beef Hut 305 E Bluff St, Amboy (815) 503-1268 5% discount on purchase

Captain’s Choice Charters 236 Lake Lida Lane, Rochelle (815) 757-4360 One day’s FREE fishing license and salmon stamp with booking

Cartridge World 3307 E. Lincolnway, Sterling (815) 625-2345 5% Discount on refilled cartridges only

Culvers 1317 N. Galena Ave, Dixon 5% Discount on purchase

Dar’s Unique Embroidery 123 E. Illinois Route 38, Franklin Grove (815) 456-3023 10% off each order

Dave’s Coffee Cake 204 2nd Ave, Rock Falls $1 off the purchase of any coffee cake

Dixon Family Dentistry 1355 N. Galena Ave, Dixon (815) 284-1995 Free dental exam, x-rays and consultation

15% discount on all dental treatments

Dixon Floral Co. 116 E. First St., Dixon (815) 288-2246 10% Discount on purchases of $25 or greater

Dixon-Ottawa Communications 1139 Franklin Grove Rd, Dixon (815)622-8649 10% Discount, www.dixonottawa.com

Ekana Nursery & Landscaping 417 E. US Rt 34, Mendota (815)538-4888 10% off regular priced merchandise

Valid only on in-stock retail purchases only.

Herbalife - Joy Holden www.goherbalife.com/joyholden (815) 970-2398 Receive 20% off orders placed on her website

La Familia Restaurant 201 W. 2nd St., Rock Falls (815) 626-0158 10% off entire purchase

McCormick’s Nursery 3602 E. Lincolnway, Sterling (815) 626-4422 FREE 18” Blue Spruce with a tree purchase of $50 or more. (LIMIT 3 FREE Blue Spruce)

Mendota Connections 725 Washington St., Mendota (815) 539-3344 25% off indoor tanning packages (excluding monthly unlimited)

Mendota Sport Shop 707 Washington, Mendota (815) 539-6207 10% off all SAS Shoes

Midwest Lightning Protection Nachusa (815) 440-2101 15% Discount

Modern Shoe Shop 1309 N Galena Ave. #110, Dixon (815) 284-3007 10% off soft toe boots; 15% off steel toe safety boots

NowCare – Dr. Jacob Stegmaier 841 N Galena Ave, Dixon, (815) 285-2273 Free Chiropractic Consultation

Papa John’s Available only at Ottawa & Peru Locations 25% Discount on order

Plainwell Brass, Inc. 101 E. 2nd St., Sterling (815) 625-0937 20% off Rasmussen Gas Logs

Rochelle Eye Center - Dr. Reid Mlsna 719 Lincoln Ave., Rochelle (815) 562-6175 20% off the list price of glasses & contacts

Shaklee-Ed Morris 802 Union Rd., Harmon (815) 359-6037 20% off on first $100 order and 10% discount on other orders

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Sheaffer’s Town & Country Tractors, Inc. 320 Palmyra Rd., Dixon (815) 284-3226 Website: www.farmpartstore.com E-Mail: [email protected]

Online Orders: 5% off on parts less than $500.00 or 10% off on parts

$500 or greater. Phone/E-mail Orders: Save 10% plus “FREE” shipping

Sports & Stuff 804 Washington St., Mendota (815) 539-6354 10% off any item—excluding jackets & lettering

Source 1 Mortgage 1430 DeKalb Ave. Sycamore (815) 899-5626 Receive a $300 discount coupon for use toward closing costs

The Cypress House 718 10th Ave. Rochelle (815) 562-4159 Free small coffee with any purchase

The Frameworks 210 W. First St., Dixon (815) 288-2400 15% Storewide Discount

Triple Service 1 Hr Heating & Air 801 Monroe St., Mendota (815) 539-3828 $25 off any heating, cooling, plumbing repair

$50 off any drain cleaning or hydro-jetting

$150 off new furnace or AC system

Yeakel’s Piano Service 805 Meadowview Dr., Mendota (815) 538-3444 20% off Initial Piano Tuning

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102 W. Main St. • Morrison815-772-2793

MickleyInsurance Agency

107 Main St. • Tampico815-438-3923

SandrockInsurance Agency

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• Property• Health• Life• Commercial

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Rochelle 815-562-8723Amboy/Lee Center 815-857-3523 / 3521

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ELEVATOR • TRUCKING • FERTILIZER • SEED

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The Lee County Farm Bureau Foundation has awarded scholarships to four area students pursuing degrees in agriculture related fields of studies. Allison Prestegaard, Amboy, was the recipient of the Dean Henkel Memorial Scholarship. Prestegaard is the daughter of Kathy Prestegaard and Joel Prestegaard. The Dean Henkel Memorial Scholarship was created in 2006 in honor of long-time Lee County farmer Dean Henkel for his leadership and volunteerism in the Lee County Farm Bureau organization.

Gabrielle Cultra, Earlville, was selected as the recipient of the Larry J. Green Memorial Scholarship. Cultra is the daughter of Michelle Snode and Douglas Cultra. The Larry J. Green Memorial Scholarship was established in 2003 to honor long-time Lee County Farm Bureau Manager, Larry J. Green, for his more than 30 years of service to the organization.

The Lee County Farm Bureau Foundation Scholarship was awarded to Grace Thompson, Amboy. Thompson is the daughter of Brad Thompson.

Josie Willett, Dixon, was the recipient of the Lee County Farm Bureau Foundation Undergraduate Scholarship. Willett is the daughter of Charles and Brenda Willett.

The Lee County Farm Bureau Foundation began awarding scholarships in 1992 and has since provided scholarships to 60 students pursuing degrees in an agricultural-related field of study.

In addition to being a high school senior or undergraduate student, applicants must also be a Farm Bureau member or dependents of a Farm Bureau member in good standing, must exhibit financial need and potential to successfully complete the field of study, and needs to meet certain selection criteria, based on leadership and achievements in agriculture, community and scholastic activities.

The Lee County Farm Bureau Foundation would like to wish all of this year’s scholarship recipients much success with their education and future careers.

For more information about the Lee County Farm Bureau Foundation, visit their website, www.lcfbfoundation.org or contact the Farm Bureau office, (815) 857-3531.

Lee County Farm Bureau Foundation

Scholarships Awarded

Allison Prestegaard

GabrielleCultra

GraceThompson

JosieWillett

AGRICULTURE ECONOMIC CONTRIBUTION STUDYCONFIRMS AGRICULTURE IS CRITICAL TO ILLINOIS’ WELL-BEING

A new study of agriculture in Illinois shows agriculture is a critical component of Illinois’ overall economic well-being, contributing about $120.9 billion of total economic output — more than several other Illinois industries, including the

financial, transportation and construction industries. The study, commissioned by the Illinois Livestock

Development Group (ILDG) with cooperation from Illinois Corn Marketing Board (ICMB), Illinois Farm Bureau (IFB), and Illinois Soybean Association (ISA), was conducted by Decision Innovation Solutions (DIS) of Urbandale, Iowa. The analysis is based on a combination of datasets from the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) 2012 Census of Agriculture and the IMPLAN modeling system.

“We’re happy to have the opportunity to partner with so many of Illinois’ commodity groups to have this study done,” said Jim Fraley, coordinator, ILDG. “It really confirms what farmers and farm organizations have long asserted — that Illinois agriculture is integral to our state’s economy. Agriculture is so closely connected to a large set of related industries that a jolt to any one of them would have significant negative effects.”

“Illinois farmers were the top soybean producing state for the second year in a row in 2014 and the Illinois Agriculture Economic Contribution Study reinforces the economic value Illinois soybean farmers provide to the state, both in urban and rural areas,” added Duane Dahlman, soybean farmer from Marengo, and ISA Marketing Committee chairman. “ISA became involved with this study to help reinforce Illinois’ role as a leading agriculture state.”

Key findings in the study include: • In 2012, production agriculture and agriculture-related industries accounted for 432,831 jobs, or about 1 in every

17 jobs in Illinois. • Twenty-four of Illinois’ counties derive at least one third of their total output from agriculture and agriculture-related industries. • Twelve of Illinois’ counties derive at least one fifth of their total jobs from agriculture and agriculture-related industries. • Crop farming is a significant part of agriculture’s economic contribution. Statewide output attributed to crop production and further processing is more than $56.7 billion and is responsible for 197,353 jobs. • Livestock farming also is a significant part of agriculture’s economic contribution. Statewide output attributed to livestock production and further processing is $14.1 billion and is responsible for 52,124 jobs. “When we have a handle on the positive economic

contributions that Illinois’ family farmers bring to their communities locally and at the state level we can put into perspective the true value of changes in policies and regulations at all levels,” explained Lou Lamoreux, a grain and livestock farmer who also is ICMB Chairman. “Given the changes recently in the farm economy and the outlook for a few tough years on the way, the data in this study should be carefully considered and shared within agriculture and beyond.”

The study also includes information about Illinois output by industry, Illinois jobs by industry, and Illinois total value added by industry. Additionally, the analysis includes information regarding which counties and Illinois Congressional districts derive the largest share of the jobs and economic output from agriculture and related industries. All of the information is expressed as both numbers and percentages.

The complete study can be found at http://www.decision-innovation.com/economic-impact/case-study-illinois-agricultural-economic-contribution.aspx.


The Lee County Farm Bureau® Foundation invites you to join us in the

RED/GREEN CHALLENGE During the Lee County Farm Bureau Centennial Celebration on June 13, 2015

Which equipment color is the most popular among the LCFB membership?

Put your money where your mouth is, and make a donation to the Lee County Farm Bureau Foundation on behalf of your favorite brand of equipment, and we’ll lay the argument to

rest on who’s the best!

Can’t attend, but would still like to support your brand? Stop by the Farm Bureau office, M-F, 8-4:30. or mail us a donation to PO Box 198, Amboy, IL 61310

All proceeds will benefit the Lee County Farm Bureau Foundation to support agriculture education programs in Lee County.






















Contact me:

Tommy Fehlhafer815-876-7730

[email protected]

Performance is Personal.

We feel the results thatmatter most are yours.While we are always happy when our hybridsperform well in trials, what’s really important tous is how well our seed, and our people,

perform where it matters most – on your farm.I’d love to discuss what seed will give you the

results you want.

Teachers Earn Grant RewardsTwo Ashton-Franklin Center teachers were awarded two grants recently. Jeri Dempsey,

junior high science teacher and Marie McCannon, elementary school media specialist received the Books by the Bushel grant from the Lee County Farm Bureau Foundation. Each took a bushel basket of age-appropriate, ag-related books back to their students.

The Lee County Farm Bureau Foundation encourages and funds agriculture related education programs and provides scholarships for individuals studying agriculture and related fields. For more information about Lee County Farm Bureau Foundation visit http://www.lcfbfoundation.org.

Dempsey was also awarded the Container Garden grant from Illinois Ag in the Classroom. She received reusable gardening materials including an EarthBox® container, money to purchase soil and seeds, and related books and lessons to further the educational experience.

Lee County Ag in the Classroom offers lessons, books, resources and in-class presentation about food and farming to students in Lee County schools grades K-12. For more information call (815) 857-3531 or email [email protected].

The First National Bank in Amboy

4 Locations in Amboy & Dixon800-216-0008

Where you come first.

Proud ToServe TheAmericanFarmer

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Whiteside Farm Bureau • P age 7Whiteside Farm Bureau • P age 7Whiteside Farm Bureau

Registration Details Registration deadline is one week prior to the start of each camp

Registration limited to 20 kids per camp (Woodlawn accepting up to 40 kids)

Registration taken on a first come, first-serve basis

For additional registration forms, visit www.whitesidecfb.org

Whiteside County Farm Bureau Foundation’s

Questions? Contact Matt Lillpop, Executive Director of the Whiteside County Farm Bureau Foundation

(815) 772-2165 [email protected]

Camp Locations and Dates

Woodlawn Arts Academy Sterling

June 15-19 Call Woodlawn for registration information

(815) 626-4278

Erie Public Library Erie

June 22-26

Odell Public Library Morrison July 13-17

Fulton Public Library Fulton

July 20-24

Henry C. Adams Memorial Library Prophetstown

July 27-31

For kids entering 1st grade through entering 5th grade

$10 per child registration fee

Camp is from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. each day

Each day will begin at the library. Kids will board a bus and head out on that day’s farm field trip. Campers will then return to the library where they will participate in hands-on Agriculture in the Classroom activities.

• Whiteside County Farm Bureau

Every Day is Earth Day to a Farmer Every day is Earth Day in agriculture. American farmers are

stewards of the land. They realize without a healthy Earth, they could not provide us with the safest, most abundant, and most affordable food supply in the world.Our world population in the past 50 years has more than doubled

to over…6 billion people. One farmer feeds 155 people in one year. (When I share that fact in the classroom, students think it should be more. I explain that it has increased – as the number used to be 26 people fed in 1960.)Earth Day is a chance to remind our students why it is important

to take care of our Earth. In one activity, second grade students are encouraged to complete this sentence: “The Earth is worth protecting because….” I always enjoy hearing their thoughtful responses. They share such reasons as:

My friends live here.It’s where I live.We get our oxygen so we can breathe.It provides us food/shelter.God made it.

Spring always makes me want to plant something. So it is natural for me to work that into activities in the classroom. There’s some creativity in what we plant when planning for 650 students! We have planted in cups, gloves, cd cases, paper tubes and nylons to name a few. The key is that the item is portable so the student can take it home! My hope is that they become good stewards and take care of that item just as farmers take care of the land.

Pam Clodfelter Agriculture Literacy

Coordinator

Chartered in 1988, the Whiteside County Farm Bureau Foundation is an IRS 501(c)(3) charitable organization that supports education, leadership development, research & charitable activities for the benefit of agriculture and farm families. It was established to promote Education, Leadership Development & Research in agricultural fields. For more information on programs and services offered by the Foundation, visit www.whitesidecfb.org/foundation.

Foundation Awards ScholarshipsThe Whiteside County Farm Bureau Foundation awarded five $2,000 scholarships to

five students studying in a field of agriculture; three high school students planning to study in a field of agriculture and two undergraduate students already pursuing their agriculture degrees.

Meghan Clodfelter, daughter of Randy and Pam Clodfelter of Sterling, plans to study Landscape Architecture and Horticulture at the University of Illinois. Meghan will graduate from Sterling High School. Lyndsey Tegeler, daughter of Russell and Tami Tegeler of Fulton, plans to study Animal

Science at Oklahoma State University. Lyndsey will graduate from Fulton High School. Matthew Wagenecht, son of Kyran and Ann Wagenecht of Prophetstown, plans to

study Agribusiness, Management and Finance at Black Hawk College. Matthew will graduate from Newman Central Catholic High School. Krista Temple, daughter of Don and Karen Temple of Fulton, is a freshman at the

University of Illinois. Krista is studying Agricultural Communications. Mary Francque, daughter of Josh and Darci Francque of Dixon, is a sophomore at the

University of Wisconsin-Platteville. Mary is studying Agricultural Business. Scholarship applications will open again in January 2016. For more information about

the Foundation’s scholarship program, contact the Farm Bureau office or visit www.whitesidecfb.org.

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Pam Clodfelter, Whiteside County’s Agriculture Literacy Coordinator, presents Lindsay Ebersole’s classroom at Jefferson Elementary in Sterling with books for their classroom as part of the container garden grant. Teachers interested in applying in spring 2016, can contact the Farm Bureau office or visit www.whitesidecfb.org/foundation.

Whiteside County Ag in the Classroom taught Sheri Melton’s third grade class at Erie Elementary about the water cycle.

Megan DeGroot’s first grade class at Prophetstown Elementary learned about dairy and made their own Moo Mask.

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LOCAL DISCOUNT PROGRAM ...where membership means value

By being a member of the Whiteside County Farm Bureau, you can take advantage of all the LOCAL savings just by showing your membership card at these and otherparticipating businesses.

If you would like more information about the Local Discount Program,contact the Farm Bureau Office.

BUSINESS LOCATION DISCOUNTA & A Flooring 2528 E. Lincolnway, Sterling 815-632-0675 $50 off purchase of $500 or more, $100 off purchase of $1000 or moreAlan’s Automotive Service 9026 Moline Rd, Erie 309-659-7766 Free tire rotation with full service oil changeAll About Eyes 4304 E Lincolnway, Sterling 815-626-2020 20% off of Buy One Get One Free complete pairs of glasses (only excludes designer frames), Eye exams $40, Contact Lens Exams $65

Bard Optical 3215 E Lincolnway, Sterling 815-626-6006 Eye Exams are only $45! Save 25% on fashion Frames. Save 10% to 30% on Lenses & Contacts. Call the office to schedule your next eye exam or schedule it online at www.bardoptical.com

Cartridge World 3307 E. Lincolnway, Sterling 815-625-2345 5% discount on refilled cartridges onlyCulver’s 1901 Harley Davidson Dr., Rock Falls 815-535-9401 5% off entire purchaseHappy Joe’s 109 W. Main Street, Morrison 815-772-7840 $2.00 off large pizza, $1.00 off medium pizzaJ&K Flowers 22370 Mathew Rd., Sterling 815-793-4194 10% discountLordscapes Photography 209 W. Market St., Tampico 815-441-3221 25% off all listed services (excludes travel charges when applicable)McCormick’s 3602 E Lincolnway, Sterling 815-626-4422 Free spirea or Burning Bush shrub with a tree purchase of $50 or more (limit 3 free shrubs)

Moore Tires 2411 E. Route 30, Rock Falls 815-625-1800 Free Tire Rotation, Free Alignment InspectionMystic Fusion Tan Spa 112 W. 3rd St., Sterling 815-626-3041 10% off purchaseRigler’s Sports Supply 1111 1st Ave., Rock Falls 815-625-3319 Tax Free on all firearms (Tax subject to change)Spangler’s Landscaping & Garden Center 12540 Lincoln Rd., Morrison 815-772-4318 10% off regular priced merchandise

Farm Bureau Foundation Sponsoring Antique Tractor Drive

The Whiteside County Farm Bureau Foundation is sponsoring its sixth annual antique tractor drive on Monday, August 17, 2015. Participants will have the opportunity

to share the day with other antique tractor enthusiasts as they travel through rural Whiteside County. The tractor drive raises funds to benefit the county’s Agriculture in the Classroom program.

The day begins at the Whiteside County Fairgrounds in Morrison with check-in at 7:30 a.m. and leaving at 8:15 a.m. The “4 Towns Tour” leads the group through Erie, Prophetstown, and Lyndon before returning to Morrison. Lunch will be served by the Whiteside County Cattleman’s Association. Following lunch and an afternoon rest stop, the group will return to the fairgrounds around 3:30pm.

Registration is limited to the first 75 tractors. Tractors must be a model 1975 or older. The “Early Bird” registration fee is $35 if received on or before July 10. After July 10, the registration fee is $40 and $50 to register the day of the drive. No refunds for cancelling after August 3.

The registration form is available to download on the Whiteside County Farm Bureau website at www.whitesidecfb.org/foundation. For information or to request a registration form, contact Matt Lillpop, Executive Director of the Whiteside County Farm Bureau, at (815) 772-2165 or by email at [email protected].

Rural development programs and activities are important to forge innovation,

connection, economic development, and strengthen the heritage of the farm family

life. But which programs, services and activities should we focus on? What types of

programs are all-inclusive to our broad base of members and niche markets? How can

we reach out to not only our members but to our associate members? What should the

comprehensive plan look like? Should urban agriculture be part of the plan as an all-

inclusive statewide plan? Is urban farming now considered part of rural development?

Now is the time to review the organization’s policy and provide feedback. Your

Illinois Farm Bureau policy #102, Rural Development, provides you with the

information that IFB uses to guide our involvement.

We will place rural development as one of highest priorities.

We will:

4. Develop a comprehensive program for coordinating rural development activities

within the state and county Farm Bureau levels.

6. Identify specific rural initiatives which our organization will support during the

development of our comprehensive program.

Get involved and educated on this issue by speaking to your county Farm Bureau.

You can review the entire policy by visiting www.ilfb.org.

For more information about IFB’s grassroots policies, contact your county Farm

Bureau.

Get to Know Your Policy:Rural Development

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Documentary about theNext Generation of Farmers & Ranchers to be Shown June 17 at Downtown Sterling TheatreScreening of Farmland from Academy Award-winning filmmaker James Moll

Come see a unique view of the next generation’s family farm through the lens of Academy Award®-winning filmmaker James Moll. Farmland, a feature length documentary, takes the viewer inside the world of farming for a first-hand glimpse into the lives of six young farmers and ranchers in their twenties.

Many Americans have never stepped foot on a farm or ranch or even talked to the people who grow and raise the food we eat, yet are increasingly passionate about understanding where their food comes from. Through the personal stories of these farmers and ranchers, viewers learn about their high-risk/high-reward jobs and passion for a way of life that has been passed down from generation to generation, yet continues to evolve.

The Lee and Whiteside County Farm Bureaus are providing the opportunity for everyone to see the film at the downtown Sterling Theatre on June 17 at 6:30 p.m. Admission is free but we are collecting canned food items for local food pantries. After the film, movie goers will have the unique opportunity to ask local farmers questions about agriculture.

Produced by Moll’s Allentown Productions, Farmland received notable attention during its theatrical run securing reviews in several national mediums and recognition in film festivals across the country, including Atlanta, Cleveland and Newport Beach, Calif. The film also earned a 92 percent audience rating on RottenTomatoes.com.

Farmland was made with the generous support of the U.S. Farmers & Ranchers Alliance®.

Check out the official trailer and additional information on the distribution of the film at farmlandfilm.com.About Allentown Productions

Based at Universal Studios in Los Angeles, Allentown Productions is a film and television production company specializing in non-fiction filmmaking. Allentown Productions was established by filmmaker James Moll, who was born in Allentown, Pennsylvania – hence, the name of the company. His work as a documentary director/producer has earned him numerous awards including an Academy Award®, two Emmy Awards®, a Grammy Award® and a Peabody Award, among others.

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