Each spring during the legislative session, farmers, FFA members, and agricultural leaders travel to Springfield for Illinois Agriculture Legislative Day to advocate for the future of agriculture and emphasize the industry’s role in the state’s economy.

The 56th annual event brought several hundred students, farmers, and farm organization leaders to the Illinois State Capitol for meetings with lawmakers on issues important to agriculture. According to the Illinois Department of Agriculture, Illinois is a leading producer of soybeans, corn, and swine and is a leader in agricultural exports. 

Agriculture Legislative Day is an important opportunity for the agricultural community to connect directly with lawmakers and share their thoughts about the needs and issues facing the Illinois ag sector. Senate Republcians welcomed seeing FFA students take to the Capitol, noting that these students represent the future of Illinois agriculture.