Agriculture
9 months ago
John Deere unveils new autonomous machines to address labor shortages at CES 2025

LAS VEGAS, NV (Chambana Today) – John Deere showcased a series of new autonomous […]

Agriculture
10 months ago
Illinois Master Gardeners celebrate 50 years of service and impact

The Illinois Extension Master Gardener program is celebrating its 50th anniversary this year. Since its launch in 1975, the program has grown into a vibrant network of over 2,000 dedicated volunteers who contribute their passion for horticulture across the state.

Agriculture
10 months ago
Heart of Gold: Illinois farmer protects WWII secret for 70 years

In a tale that stretches across continents and decades, Donald Faivre, an Illinois farmer, spent 70 years safeguarding a collection of sketches that would eventually return to their rightful owners.

Agriculture
11 months ago
The Greater Peoria Farm Show returns to the Peoria Civic Center

The 2024 Greater Peoria Farm Show will feature hundreds of exhibitors showcasing over 1,000 agricultural products and services.

Agriculture
12 months ago
Fall weather brings rain, sleet, and snow: how to stay safe on the roads

 Icy roads aren’t the only challenges drivers face during the fall season; there are plenty of safety hazards. Here are some tips to help protect you and your family as daylight diminishes earlier in the day.

Agriculture
1 year ago
Sharing the road with farm equipment: A safety reminder for drivers

As harvest season picks up in Champaign-Urbana, and all of our surrounding rural areas, it’s common to encounter slow-moving farm equipment on local roads.

Agriculture
1 year ago
Workplace safety in the agricultural industry 

Illinois is a hub for agricultural production, and Champaign-Urbana is surrounded by sprawling farmlands that fuel the state’s economy. However, working in agriculture comes with its own set of unique dangers, particularly when operating heavy machinery and handling large-scale farming equipment.

Agriculture
1 year ago
Illinois’ fall trout season opens October 19 in locations statewide

The 2024 Illinois fall trout season will open Saturday, October 19. The season affects 60 ponds, lakes, and streams throughout the state, including one in Champaign County.

Agriculture
1 year ago
First 2024 human case of West Nile virus reported in Champaign County

The Champaign-Urbana Public Health District (CUPHD) has reported the first human case of West Nile Virus (WNV) in Champaign County this year. The affected individual is a Champaign resident, in their 60s, who tested positive for the infection in September. 

Agriculture
1 year ago
Fiber internet coming to rural Champaign County

Local farmers, elected officials, and a local internet company were all on hand this morning to unveil a network of 124 miles of fiber backbone cabling carrying gigabit internet speeds.