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Growing the Future of Agriculture with Whiteside County Farm Bureau | Along the Rock
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- Along The Rock
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- Jul 8, 2026
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Summary
What does the Whiteside County Farm Bureau actually do? It's much more than farming. On this episode of Along the Rock , host Kierstyn Long sits down with Matt Lillpop , manager of the Whiteside County Farm Bureau, to discuss the organization's mission, its impact on local agriculture and education, and several exciting community events happening this summer. Learn about the second annual Farm-to-Table fundraiser, how the Farm Bureau Foundation awarded $40,000 in scholarships this year, the return and growth of FFA programs across Whiteside County, and hands-on educational opportunities like Farm Camp and Junior Vet University. Matt also shares details about the 41st Annual Steak Fry for Agriculture, the Tractor Drive for Agriculture in the Classroom, and the popular Dairy Bar at the Whiteside County Fair. Whether you're involved in agriculture or simply want to learn more about one of the region's most important industries, this episode offers an inside look at how the Whiteside County Farm Bureau is investing in the future of local communities. 👉 Don’t forget to like, share, comment and subscribe for more local stories from the Sauk Valley and beyond. 🎧 Listen to the full podcast and explore more at https://theradar.online 🎤 Highlights: 0:00 – Introduction 0:22 – Meet Matt Wilkopp from Whiteside County Farm Bureau 0:44 – What is the Farm Bureau and how does it support farmers? 1:18 – 108 years of Farm Bureau history and community involvement 2:04 – Farm-to-Table event returns for its second year 2:50 – Recognizing scholarship recipients and supporting agricultural education 3:42 – Supporting local FFA chapters and future farmers 5:02 – Celebrating locally grown food at Farm-to-Table 6:11 – A look back at the first Farm-to-Table event 7:19 – The diversity of agricultu…