Adams County Farm Bureau

06/01/2026

It’s National Dairy Month! 🥛🐄

Did you know Illinois is home to around 370 dairy farms, producing nearly 1.7 billion pounds of milk each year? That hard work also supports almost 40,000 jobs through production and processing across the state.

Here’s to the dedicated dairy farmers who keep our communities nourished and our economy strong! Thank you for all you do! 🧀👏

05/29/2026

Tailgates N’ Tallboys has a lineup you won’t want to miss! 🎶🌾

Illinois Farm Bureau is partnering with COUNTRY to celebrate agriculture at the festival June 18–21 at the Interstate Center in Bloomington, IL. This year’s lineup features Zach Top, Treaty Oak Revival, Jesse Murph, The Red Clay Strays, and many more artists!

Farm Bureau members can receive discounted tickets by using a special discount code at checkout. Contact Annabelle at [email protected] or 217-222-7305 to get the code and save on your tickets! 🎟️

05/28/2026

Fun fact: just one hamburger can deliver nearly 50% of your daily protein needs! 🍔💪

That’s something worth celebrating! Happy National Hamburger Day! 🎉🍔

05/26/2026

Help support the Adams County 4-H Foundation 🍀🍀

📅 Save the date for supper at Culver’s!

Make plans to join the Adams County 4‑H Foundation for a Dine‑to‑Donate event on Saturday, June 8, at Culver’s of Quincy from 4:00–8:00 p.m.

A portion of the evening’s proceeds will support local 4‑H youth through projects, workshops, awards, and opportunities at the county, state, and national level.

Mark your calendar now—we’d love to have you join us!

05/25/2026

Today, we pause to honor and remember the brave men and women who have served and sacrificed for our country. Their courage and dedication will never be forgotten.

Happy Memorial Day!

Our office will be closed today in observance of the holiday and will reopen at 8:00 a.m. tomorrow, May 26.

05/22/2026

Fun Fact Friday: Beef Cattle Edition! 🐄

Since May is National Beef Month, we’re highlighting some local stats about beef cattle right here in Adams County! From pasture to plate, our local producers play a vital role in feeding our communities and supporting agriculture! 🥩🌱

05/19/2026

A big congratulations to Lance Venvertloh for being selected as a 2026 recipient of the Driving Agriculture Forward Scholarship! 🚛🌽

Funded by Illinois Farm Bureau and administered by the IAA Foundation, this program supports the next generation of skilled, safe truck drivers who play a vital role in moving agriculture forward.

Applications are open year-round, with the next deadline on June 30. Learn more or apply at www.iaafoundation.org.

05/18/2026

Have you gotten your tickets yet ?!! Just over a month left to claim yours !! ❤️

⚾️ Adams County is Going to the Ballpark! ⚾️

The Adams County Farm Bureau Young Farmers Committee is excited to invite members to a fun summer evening at Busch Stadium to watch the St. Louis Cardinals take the field on Wednesday, June 24!

Participants will travel together by charter bus from Quincy, departing at 3:00 p.m. for the 6:45 p.m. game. Attendees will enjoy the game from one of Channel Seed’s suites, where food and drinks will be provided throughout the evening.

🎟 Cost: $60 per person
Your ticket includes:
- Charter bus transportation from Quincy to St. Louis
- Suite access at Busch Stadium
- All-you-can-eat food and drinks
- A great view of the Cardinals game

Who can attend:
✔️ Adams County Farm Bureau members in good standing
✔️ Must be MM members (annual dues $80)
✔️ Ages 21–35 by June 1

🚨 Only 43 seats are available and will be sold first-come, first-served. Your seat will not be reserved until payment is received.

💳 Payment options: Cash or check payable to Adams County Farm Bureau
📍 Drop off: 330 S. 36th Street, Quincy
📬 Mail to: P.O. Box 3037, Quincy, IL 62305

📞 Questions? Contact the Adams County Farm Bureau office at 217-222-7305, email [email protected], or reach out to Young Farmer Chairman Trevor Maiers.

Join us for a great night of baseball, networking, and summer fun! ⚾️🌽

05/15/2026

A big congratulations again to this year’s scholarship winners! 🎓🌱

Annabelle had the opportunity to attend the scholarship ceremonies at Unity High School and Quincy Notre Dame High School to recognize Gavin Flesner, Abigail Hildebrand, and Cole Wray for their outstanding achievements.

The future of agriculture is bright with leaders like these paving the way. We are proud to support and celebrate the next generation of ag advocates and innovators! 🚜✨

05/14/2026

🌟 4-H Grant Spotlight 🌟

Georgia Zanger is a recipient of the Adams County Farm Bureau Foundation 4-H Grant! Georgia has been showing rabbits for two years and enjoys the responsibility that comes with caring for them. She will use her grant to purchase two rabbit hutches to help keep her rabbits safe and allow her to expand her project this year.

Great job, Georgia, and good luck with your rabbits this year! 👏🐇🌟