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Let’s see the impact this farmer left on the Illinois Farm Bureau, his community, and his fields

August 07, 2025 11:47 AM • 
RFD NEWS STAFF, Currey McCullough

Gene A. Dailer was more than a dedicated farmer, as he was also a mentor, and one who believed in the next generation of agriculture. So much so, he spent a quarter century dedicated to the Illinois Farm Bureau.

As part of his final wishes, he left a gift to the IAA Foundation that will fund scholarships for students pursuing careers in agriculture.

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