This Illinois farm family has been caring for the same land for almost two centuries!

April 10, 2025 11:23 AM •

RFD NEWS STAFF, Currey McCullough

For nearly 200 years, one Illinois family has been caring for the same land.

The state’s Soybean Association takes us there to see how they have done it since the 1850s.

Related Stories

American Heroes

Geared to Give: Kubota Boosts Support for Veterans in Agriculture During Military Appreciation Month

Kubota Tractor Company President and Air Force Veteran Alex Woods discusses the company’s Military Appreciation Month initiatives and long-term support programs for veterans in agriculture.

April 22, 2026 04:08 PM

·

Marion Kirkpatrick

Stock Shows

Stock Show Report: Campustown Showdown Brings Cattle, Fashion, and Community to Iowa

Campustown Showdown Founder Christian Calliham shared a sneak peek, explaining how the upcoming Iowa stock show evolved from its sister event, the Aggieville Showdown in Kansas.

April 22, 2026 12:07 PM

·

Neal Burnette-Irwin

Aquaculture

Oyster Restoration Efforts Gain Momentum Along Alabama Coast

Shells from restaurants are collected, cleaned, and returned to the water, where they can support new growth.

April 21, 2026 04:10 PM

·

Neal Burnette-Irwin

Rural Money

Connecting Entrepreneurial Communities Conference Supports Rural Entrepreneurs in Nebraska

Event focuses on helping communities grow through local business

April 21, 2026 02:18 PM

·

Neal Burnette-Irwin

Market Day Music

Belles Unites with Dolly Parton on New Single, “Son of Jolene”

April 21, 2026 01:07 PM

·

Currey McCullough

Music

DIGITAL EXCLUSIVE: Aaron Tippin Celebrates America’s 250th Year With Patriotic Video, “American Sky”

April 21, 2026 10:00 AM

·

Currey McCullough

RFD NEWS STAFF

LATEST STORIES BY THIS AUTHOR:

Crops

Potato War: Are they a vegetable or a grain?

January 27, 2025 01:32 PM

·

News

Soil test results can help farmers be more strategic with input investments, agronomists stress

January 27, 2025 01:24 PM

·

Feel Good Stories

Meet Sirius, your 2025 Farm Bureau Farm Dog of the Year!

January 27, 2025 11:25 AM

·

News

45Z Tax Credit’s future depends on the White House’s upcoming decisions

January 27, 2025 11:04 AM

·

Agriculture

Producer payments could have “unintended consequences,” ag economists warn

January 27, 2025 10:42 AM

·

Trade

President Trump threatens Colombia with 25% tariffs over migrant flights

January 27, 2025 09:39 AM

·

Rural Lifestyle & Entertainment Shows

Dailey&Vincent_NOLOGOS_20251203a_1920x1080.jpg

Mollie B

Penny Gilley

fh-rh-season-seven_share image_960x720.png

Twisted Skillet

Twisted Skillet brings a straightforward, hands-on approach to kitchen television, rooted in food and fire. Hosted by Texas chef Sean Koehler, the series explores open-fire outdoor cooking techniques, regional ingredients, and the people who raise, prepare, and inspire the food found across America.

Dailey & Vincent Show

Brought to you by Gus Arrendale & Springer Mountain Farms, join dynamic bluegrass duo Dailey & Vincent as they welcome scores of fabulous bluegrass, country, and gospel music acts as special guests. Loads of laughs, your favorite guests galore, and lots of good times are guaranteed. Don’t miss all the fun!

Mollie B Polka Party

Join popular polka performer Mollie Busta as she hosts the weekly “Mollie B Polka Party” on RFD Network! The one-hour program features the nation’s top polka bands and a wide variety of ethnic styles, recorded on location at music festivals across the country.