RFD Illinois February 20, 2026

Kevin Semlow, Executive Director of Governmental Affairs and Commodities at the Illinois Farm Bureau, details action expected on the 2026 Farm Bill rollout and a Bureau call to action.Dan Engel, Director of Supply and Merchandising of Crop Nutrients at Growmarks, talks about the challenges currently facing the fertility markets.Washington Correspondent Matt Kaye reports on USDA annual outlook forum, as chief economist predicts only small crop price increases.Travis Meteer, Beef Speciailst with University of Illinois Extension, talks about the week's Illinois Performance Tested Bull Sale.Meteorologist Paul Otto takes a look at the forecast.