In-person voting for Illinois wheat producers is set for Thursday, October 30, 2025, at the Henry County Farm Bureau office from 8:30 AM to 4 PM. Henry County, which is in District 1, currently has no candidate on the ballot. Qualified producers interested in serving are invited to register as write-in candidates. Those with questions or seeking more information are encouraged to contact the Illinois Department of Agriculture at 217-524-1083 or the Illinois Wheat Association at 309-557-3619. Wheat growers are vital to Illinois agriculture, driving innovation and sustaining the state’s role in the nation’s food supply.
“Illinois wheat producers play an important role in both our state’s agricultural strength and the nation’s food supply,” said Jerry Costello II, Director of the Illinois Department of Agriculture. “By working together and sharing their perspectives, growers can help ensure continued innovation, market growth, and long-term success for the industry.”
