Monroe County Farm Bureau

08/31/2026

Illinois Farm Bureau is seeking outstanding student leaders, innovators, and entrepreneurs to showcase their work. Whether you're a student who has launched a business, conducted agricultural research, led a community initiative, or developed an innovative project, we want to hear about it!

Selected participants will showcase their businesses or projects at the 2026 Illinois Farm Bureau Annual Meeting in Chicago and have their hotel and registration covered.

Apply by September 15th
🔗 bit.ly/YouthExhibitHall

Illinois 4-H Illinois Association FFA

08/28/2026

Members can register by phone or email:
[email protected]
618-939-6197

08/14/2026

Complimentary lunch at noon and the meeting begins at 1 pm.
Register by August 19: [email protected] or 618-939-6197

08/06/2026

Visit Monroe County IL Farmers Market on Saturday mornings and Columbia Community Market on Thursday evenings!🫑🍅🌽🍉

National Farmers Market Week is the perfect time to support local farmers, discover fresh seasonal foods, and connect with your community. Every purchase at a farmers market helps strengthen local food systems, supports small businesses, and keeps fresh, nutritious food accessible for everyone.

Join us this August in celebrating the farmers, growers, and market vendors who work hard to bring local food from farm to table. Visit your local farmers market, meet the people behind your food, and experience the benefits of buying fresh and local.

📍 Shop local
🥬 Eat fresh
👩‍🌾 Support farmers
🤝 Strengthen communities

How are you celebrating National Farmers Market Week? Share your favorite farmers market finds and join our Live Local Shop Local initiative link in the comments! 👇

07/31/2026

RSVP deadline extended...if you're planning to attend, please call or email by 5 pm on Friday. The weather forecast looks great for Monday evening!🍨🍔🎶

07/30/2026

Last day to RSVP and be registered for attendance prizes!🍔🍨🎶