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The Illinois Wheat Association Checkoff Committee (IWACC) is working to bring a voluntary wheat checkoff program to our state, and we’re reaching out to encourage your support. What is the IL Wheat Checkoff Program? The IL wheat checkoff program is a farmer-funded initiative designed to improve wheat production, develop new markets, and increase demand for […]

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The Illinois Wheat Association has lined up some excellent events this summer for wheat growers across the state. Mark your calendars for these three can’t-miss opportunities: Wheat Plot Tour – May 21st. Kick off your summer by joining the IWA for their Wheat Plot Tour at the SIU Belleville Research Center on May 21st. With […]

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During the 2024 Double Crop Farmers’ Forum on Monday, Siemer Milling Company announced a $1 million gift to launch the Siemer Milling Company Professorship and the Illinois Wheat Initiative within the College of Agricultural, Consumer and Environmental Sciences (ACES) at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign. Founded in 1882, Siemer Milling Company is a family- and employee-owned business based […]

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Siemer Milling Company (SMC) is happy to announce that Brian Semple has been elected to the position of Vice President Grain Supply by the Board of Directors. He is stepping into the position vacated with the retirement of Carl Schwinke. He brings with him 16 years in various commercial and management roles in the Agribusiness […]

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