Our History
What is the Rock Island County Farm Bureau?
Rock Island County Farm Bureau's mission is to be a positive voice for agriculture, providing resources that enhance the economic success and quality of life for rural and urban communities.
The Board of Directors is elected by the 650 voting members of the Rock Island County Farm Bureau each August at the annual meeting. And for the next 24 months of their elected term, they meet on a monthly basis to carry out the mission statement of the Rock Island County Farm Bureau.
Farm Bureau is a membership organization controlled by farmers who join through their county Farm Bureau. Illinois Farm Bureaus was founded in 1916 by a group of farmers who met at the University of Illinois to discuss the need for education, better information, and more effective farming practices.
Early on, Farm Bureau was involved in passing legislation and lobbying lawmakers about agricultural issues. At the same time, county Farm Bureaus provided a professional staff in accessible locations around the state.
Today, county Farm Bureaus, such as Rock Island County Farm Bureau, are still involved with legislation dealing with agricultural issues. Many more programs have been added to ensure the message of agriculture's importance is maintained in Rock Island County and throughout the Quad City area.
What is the Rock Island County Farm Bureau?
Rock Island County Farm Bureau's mission is to be a positive voice for agriculture, providing resources that enhance the economic success and quality of life for rural and urban communities.
The Board of Directors is elected by the 650 voting members of the Rock Island County Farm Bureau each August at the annual meeting. And for the next 24 months of their elected term, they meet on a monthly basis to carry out the mission statement of the Rock Island County Farm Bureau.
Farm Bureau is a membership organization controlled by farmers who join through their county Farm Bureau. Illinois Farm Bureaus was founded in 1916 by a group of farmers who met at the University of Illinois to discuss the need for education, better information, and more effective farming practices.
Early on, Farm Bureau was involved in passing legislation and lobbying lawmakers about agricultural issues. At the same time, county Farm Bureaus provided a professional staff in accessible locations around the state.
Today, county Farm Bureaus, such as Rock Island County Farm Bureau, are still involved with legislation dealing with agricultural issues. Many more programs have been added to ensure the message of agriculture's importance is maintained in Rock Island County and throughout the Quad City area.
Rock Island County Farm Bureau Manager
Tara Mayhew grew up on her family grain and livestock farm in Mason County. She is a graduate of the University of Illinois, where she earned a degree in Animal Science. She began her career with the Mercer County Farm Bureau in 2016 as the Administrative Assistant, and was hired in January 2019 as the manager of the Rock Island County Farm Bureau. She and her husband, Troy, reside in rural New Windsor, Illinois where they own and operate their beef cattle operation, focusing on cow-calf production. Tara can be reached at [email protected].
Tara Mayhew grew up on her family grain and livestock farm in Mason County. She is a graduate of the University of Illinois, where she earned a degree in Animal Science. She began her career with the Mercer County Farm Bureau in 2016 as the Administrative Assistant, and was hired in January 2019 as the manager of the Rock Island County Farm Bureau. She and her husband, Troy, reside in rural New Windsor, Illinois where they own and operate their beef cattle operation, focusing on cow-calf production. Tara can be reached at [email protected].
Ag Literacy Coordinator
Join us in welcoming our new Ag Literacy Coordinator, Mia Freyermuth! Mia grew up in Illinois City, and attended Rockridge High School. After completing her high school career, she completed her Associate of Arts at Illinois Central College and transferred to Western Illinois University in Macomb. She graduated WIU with a Bachelor’s in Agricultural Business with minors in Animal Science and Pre-MBA. She will be obtaining her Master's in Business Administration through Western Illinois University and graduate in the spring of 2025. Mia strives to be a good role model for those interested in our industry which is why she believes in connecting with the youth of our tomorrow through Ag in the Classroom. Mia can be reached at [email protected]. For more information about Ag In The Classroom in Rock Island County, visit https://rockislandaitc.weebly.com/
Join us in welcoming our new Ag Literacy Coordinator, Mia Freyermuth! Mia grew up in Illinois City, and attended Rockridge High School. After completing her high school career, she completed her Associate of Arts at Illinois Central College and transferred to Western Illinois University in Macomb. She graduated WIU with a Bachelor’s in Agricultural Business with minors in Animal Science and Pre-MBA. She will be obtaining her Master's in Business Administration through Western Illinois University and graduate in the spring of 2025. Mia strives to be a good role model for those interested in our industry which is why she believes in connecting with the youth of our tomorrow through Ag in the Classroom. Mia can be reached at [email protected]. For more information about Ag In The Classroom in Rock Island County, visit https://rockislandaitc.weebly.com/
