McKay Homestead 2017 |
Six generations of farmers dating back to early 1850s in Central Illinois including Effingham, Shelby, and Fayette counties. Mr. Dan McKay and his four sons continue the family business with a passion for their profession. McKay Farms, headquartered in Beecher City, IL, created this blog to share their experiences and create awareness for hard working farmers! Check out our website www.McKayFarms.com or www.McKayFarms.net.
Thursday, January 26, 2017
Preparations begin for 2017 Farming Season
As the snow melts away in Central Illinois, McKay Farms is preparing for another successful Farming Season. We have a lot of work to get accomplished before planting time including the cleaning of 11 grain bins. Grain is currently being hauled away and before we know it, we will be beginning #Spring17.We can't wait!
Tyler McKay lobbies Politicians in DC
Mr. Tyler McKay spent the week meeting with Speaker Ryan (WI), Senator Ernst (IA), Senator Grassley (IA), Senator Daines (MT), new Ambassador to China Terry Branstad and new Secretary of Interior Ryan Zinke. Discussions were focused on elimination of WOTUS, preservation of rural land, fair trade for farmers and the upcoming Farm Bill.
Ambassador to China Terry Branstad |
Chairman of Judiciary Committee Chuck Grassley |
Speaker of House Paul Ryan |
Secretary of Interior Ryan Zinke |
Senator Joni Ernst |
Friday, January 6, 2017
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