RFD Illinois May 22, 2026

Kevin Semlow, Executive Director of Government Affairs and Commodities at Illinois Farm Bureau, keeps a close eye on Springfield as the days count down to the end of the legislative session.Corey Rosenbusch, CEO and President of The Fertilizer Institute, talks about a volatile fertilizer market and possible alternatives for production and distribution as a response.Steve Bridge, RFD Radio Netowrk affiliate WMAY, provides a report from Springfield, including comments from Governor JB Pritzker on making a balanced budget.Meteorologist Paul Otto has a look at your Memorial Day Weekend forecast.