History of the Logan County Farm Bureau

For more than a century, the Logan County Farm Bureau (LCFB) has helped Logan County farm families stay connected, informed, and represented—continuing a long tradition of agriculture, innovation, and community in our county.

Agriculture has been part of Logan County from the start. By the 1800s, early settlers were working the prairie, and by the mid-1800s local farmers were already gathering to share ideas, compare results, and celebrate progress through the Logan County Agricultural Society and county fairs.

That same spirit of neighbors working together is what led to the Logan County Farm Bureau.

In the early 1900s, farmers across Illinois were asking for more access to research and education, and a stronger voice on issues that affected farm life. The Illinois Agricultural Association formed in 1912 (later becoming the Illinois Farm Bureau). Just a few years later, Logan County farmers organized locally.

The Logan County Farm Bureau was established in 1917 - built by farmers, for farmers - to strengthen agriculture in Logan County through education, advocacy, and connection. As agriculture changed over the decades, through new equipment, shifting markets, and new challenges, LCFB stayed focused on what mattered most: supporting members and protecting the future of local farming.

In 2017, Logan County Farm Bureau marked its 100th anniversary, a milestone made even more meaningful by the many multi-generation farm families who continue to call Logan County home.

Today, LCFB remains committed to serving local agriculture by supporting youth and ag education, providing member resources and benefits, and advocating for the people who keep Logan County growing. LCFB has always been rooted in community: sharing knowledge, lending a hand, and making sure agriculture has a strong voice in Logan County. That commitment still guides our work today.