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Planting Seeds
Making Hay and Keeping Busy
For the past month or so, if anyone asks me how I’m doing, my response has been, “Keeping busy!” With two or three work events a week, some even held on the weekend, I’ve been busy.
The Answer: Yes, Yes, You Can!
The Question: Can I retain my membership even though Country Financial says I do not need a membership to access insurance.
Manifolds, Manolos, and Manure
It's Our Starting Line. Our Arena. And How Well we Play is up to Me.
Nearly five years ago, a ball of mane and tail bounced his way into our lives. Our veterinarian referred to him as “old-fashioned”. He is on the shorter side. Stocky. Thick. And fluffy.
Smart Strategies to Avoid Common Financial Mistakes
Managing your finances can sometimes feel overwhelming, but avoiding common money mistakes is simpler than you might think. With a bit of planning and awareness, you can sidestep pitfalls that often catch people off guard. Here are some of the most frequent financial missteps—and how to avoid them.
Cook County Farm Bureau Photo Contest - Summer
Get your camera and capture moments by showcasing your best photos depicting theme of Agriculture in the Summer. Send in your photos – selfies, pictures of others, landscape, etc.
At the Farm Gate
Fun with Resources on the Farm
We can hike the woods, kayak the river, hop hay bales and fish for hours. But top on their list for farm fun? Digging a hole.
More than 24,000 Cook County students received ag education this school year
Cook County Farm Bureau’s Agriculture in the Classroom (AITC) Program brought agricultural education to 24,129 students in 1,075 classrooms in 208 schools during the 2024-2025 school year.
Downwind
“Counting our blessings (instead of sheep)”
Bing Crosby and Rosemary Clooney, in the Irving Berlin classic, White Christmas, famously sang, “When I'm worried and I can't sleep…I count my blessings instead of sheep. And I fall asleep counting my blessings.”
When it comes to counting sheep, Cook County is home to some.