Source: Farm Progress
DECATUR, ILL. — The 2025 Farm Progress Show wrapped up another successful year in Decatur, Illinois, drawing thousands of visitors from across the nation and around the globe to celebrate agricultural innovation and the future of farming. This year’s event marked a special milestone while continuing the show’s seven-decade tradition of connecting farmers with cutting-edge technology and solutions.
“We’re thrilled to have celebrated two decades at our permanent Decatur location,” said Matt Jungmann, Farm Progress senior national events director. “The Farm Progress Show is more than an event; it’s a gathering of the global agricultural community to explore, learn and invest in the future of farming.”
A Showcase of Agricultural Innovation
The 2025 show featured hundreds of exhibitors and introduced exciting new experiences that highlighted advancements in agricultural technology and sustainable practices:
Main Stage Sessions: Sponsored by Titan Tires & LSW Technology, the stage featured USDA Deputy Secretary Stephen Vaden, the Hefty brothers from Ag PhD and a host of industry leaders.
FPS Drone Zone: Attendees explored precision aerial applications through live demonstrations and educational sessions, showcasing the growing role of drones in modern farming.
Cover Crop Demonstration Plots: A dedicated area focused on sustainable farming practices, emphasizing soil health and environmental stewardship.
Women In The Field: Attendees enjoyed an inspiring keynote session led by the Discover Ag podcasters, followed by a networking reception. Both were sponsored by PepsiCo and celebrated the vital role of women in agriculture.
New Equipment Debuts Global manufacturers launched new tractors, drones, tillage equipment, balers, planters, tires and more.
Field Demonstrations: Live harvesting and tillage demonstrations provided side-by-side comparisons of the latest seed technologies, crop protection products and machinery.
Exclusive Farm Progress Lager: In collaboration with Riggs Beer Company, the show introduced a signature craft beer brewed with Illinois-grown grains, celebrating the ingenuity and agricultural diversity of local farmers.
Explore more show coverage online, featuring Farm Progress editors’ top picks, in-depth details on new products and recordings of Main Stage sessions.
Looking Ahead to Boone, Iowa
With the conclusion of the 2025 Farm Progress Show, the agricultural community looks forward to next year’s event in Boone, Iowa, scheduled for Sept. 1-3, 2026. With its legacy of innovation and industry leadership, the Farm Progress Show remains the nation’s premier outdoor agricultural event, setting the standard for excellence in farming.
For more information and updates on future events, visit www.FarmProgressShow.com.
About the Farm Progress Showโฏ
The Farm Progress Show, one of the largest outdoor agricultural events in the United States, takes place annually in Decatur, Illinois, and Boone, Iowa, on alternating years. This industry-leading exhibition attracts a wide audience of farmers and professionals from across the world. With hundreds of exhibitors showcasing the latest farming innovations, equipment and technology, the three-day event features dynamic field demonstrations and comprehensive educational opportunities for the global agricultural community. For more information, visit www.FarmProgressShow.com.โฏ โฏ
About Farm Progress โฏโฏ
As part of Informa Markets, Farm Progress is the largest, most diversified agriculture information business in North America. Through a robust network of live events, digital products, data, marketing services, broadcasting and local and national publications, Farm Progress enables the nation’s most economically significant farmers, growers and ranchers to connect and do business. It serves 80% of the 2 million farms and ranches in the U.S., and an estimated 85% of the nation’s annual agricultural gross domestic product. Visit our website at www.FarmProgress.com.
