Next-Gen
Illinois Farmers
2.0

June 2026

The Biofuels Issue April 2026

Table of Contents

"Farm Finance in the New Age"
You don't need to be a spreadsheet genius to be a successful farmer. Instead, focus on these first principles.
By IL Field & Bean Team
Published On: June 1, 2026
"Passing It On: Real Lessons in Farm Succession"
ISA Board Directors share farm succession pitfalls, surprises and what they're doing differently for the next generation.
By Olivia Shafer, Assistant Editor, Illinois Field & Bean Magazine
Published On: June 1, 2026
"Homegrown Horsepower: Renewable Fuels and the Future of Illinois Agriculture"
Renewable fuels are no longer a future concept. Instead, they are a growing part of today's agricultural economy.
By IL Field & Bean Team
Published On: June 1, 2026
"Beginning Farmer? Top 10 Tips from Seasoned Growers"
Illinois Field & Bean sits down with seasoned Illinois producers to ask what advice they would give beginning farmers today.
By Ashley Rice-Haddon, Lead Writer, Illinois Field & Bean
Published On: June 1, 2026
"Why LEAD?"
Illinois farmer and ISA LEAD Program participant Jonathan Griffel highlights how the program is investing in the next generation of leaders to help secure the future of farming.
By Jonathan Griffel, Illinois Farmer and LEAD Program Participant
Published On: June 1, 2026
"Online Exclusive: Farmers Have A Strong Partner in Travel Stops"
Strong 2026–2027 Renewable Volume Obligations are set to boost biodiesel demand by up to 160%, driving growth for Love’s, strengthening renewable fuel margins, and increasing soybean oil demand across U.S. agriculture.
By Patton Collie, Love's Travel Stops Renewable Fuels Trader
Published On: June 1, 2026