McHenry Times

The Illinois Farm Bureau’s docuseries, “Fields Apart: Rooted Together,” has been garnering attention for its portrayal of the shared characteristics and challenges that rural and urban farmers face in Illinois.

According to the article on Advantage News, the docuseries aims to highlight the diversity of farming in Illinois and showcase the unity between different farming communities. The series delves into the lives of farmers and explores the commonalities that exist despite the differences in farming practices and locations.

As stated in the article, the Illinois Farm Bureau President, Richard Guebert Jr., emphasized the importance of understanding and appreciating the various aspects of farming in the state. He said, "We have a responsibility to help our urban friends understand the diversity of farming in Illinois, and that's exactly what this docuseries does."

The docuseries, "Fields Apart: Rooted Together," serves as a platform to bridge the gap between rural and urban communities by shedding light on the similarities that connect all farmers, regardless of their location or farming methods.