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Director Jerry F. Costello II

WHY BECOME A MEMBER?

The Illinois Grown Logo Program offered by the Illinois Department Agriculture (IDOA) helps promote products that are grown in Illinois or with atleast one Illinoiss grown ingredient.  Producers who are approved will receive free point-of-sale materials (while supplies last). Including floor stickers, shelf takers and "Sold Here" signs to help spotlight your local products in-store.  Using the Illinois Grown Logo can boost your brands visibility, set your products apart, and show your commitment to Illinois agriculture. The program is open to any producer or agribusiness company based in Illinoisn.

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Please provide a complete detailed narrative of your product(s), including brand and product category, if applicable. Please indicate if any of your products are NOT processed, produced or packaged in Illinois.

i.e. Joe’s brand chocolate fudge, Mrs. X’s brand cinnamon, raspberry, and chunky varieties of applesauce (available in single-serve, 8 oz. & 16 oz. Sizes)

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Illinois Product Logo Program - The Illinois Department of Agriculture’s Illinois Product Logo Program is designed to help consumers support their own economies. The program allows consumers to easily identify and purchase Illinois food and agricultural products. Any entity that produces, processes or packages a food or agricultural product in Illinois or is headquartered in Illinois can be authorized to participate in the logo program free of charge. The Illinois Product Logo can be used in any and all promotional activities, including packaging, merchandising materials, and advertising campaigns. The Department of Agriculture’s Bureau of Marketing and Promotion supports marketing efforts through a variety of educational and promotional projects, including retail displays, food service, special events, industry trade shows, state fair exhibits and more.

By checking yes, you agree to the terms and conditions for using an Illinois Department of Agriculture certified mark. Please see the terms and conditions listed on the last page.

Homegrown by Heroes Logo Program - The Illinois Department of Agriculture (IDOA) is aiding veterans or current active duty service members who are interested in a second career in our state's number one industry, agriculture. The Homegrown by Heroes program allows Illinois farmers, ranchers, fishermen and producers who have served or are still serving in any branch of the U.S. military to use a special logo on the agricultural products they sell to the public. This special designation sets these farmers apart in the market, allowing these heroes’ products to be visible to consumers while giving them the chance to tell their story. Businesses or operations that are certified by the label must maintain 50% or greater veteran ownership. Products certified under the label must contain 50% or more veteran-produced ingredients (non-water).

By checking yes, you agree to the terms and conditions for using an Illinois Department of Agriculture certified mark. Please see the terms and conditions listed on the last page. Attach Department of Defense Form 214 (DD214) or equivalent to application.

Illinois Grown Logo Program - The Illinois Department of Agriculture’s Illinois Grown Logo Program allows consumers to easily identify and purchase Illinois food and agricultural products grown in the State of Illinois. Any entity that grows food or agricultural product in Illinois can be authorized to participate in the logo program free of charge. The Illinois Grown Logo can be used in any and all promotional activities, including packaging, merchandising materials, and advertising campaigns. The Illinois Department of Agriculture’s Bureau of Marketing and Promotion supports marketing efforts through a variety of educational and promotional projects, including retail displays, food service, special events, industry trade shows, state fair exhibits and more. 

By checking yes, you agree to the terms and conditions for using an Illinois Department of Agriculture certified mark. Please see the terms and conditions listed on the last page.

Agribusiness

The Illinois Department of Agriculture assists Illinois agribusiness companies' participation in domestic and international trade shows, by covering about 50% of the cost of trade show booths. For our full calendar of trade shows, visit our website or click here.

The Illinois Department of Agriculture is honored to recognize generations of farmers and agribusiness owners who’ve owned consecutively their farms or businesses for 100, 150 and 200 years. For more information on the Centennial, Sesquicentennial and Bicentennial Farm and Agribusiness programs, check the box for more information.

The Illinois Department of Agriculture has been allocated funds from the U.S. Department of Agriculture through the Specialty Crop Block Grant Program. These funds will support projects that are intended to expand the availability of fresh, locally-grown produce and strengthen the competitiveness of the state’s specialty crop industry.

The Illinois Department of Agriculture's international staff recruit qualified foreign buyers to participate in tours of key ag industry segments within our state. These tours are designed to teach potential trade partners about these Illinois industries and to reinforce the advantages of buying high-quality Illinois agricultural products. After making contacts and becoming interested in business opportunities here, we hope participants will establish long-term business relationships in Illinois.

The Illinois Department of Agriculture, Bureau of Marketing and Promotion, gathers and processes trade leads for Illinois agribusiness companies. Leads are distributed to Illinois companies through the agency’s database, which is continually updated and revised.

The Illinois Department of Agriculture offers agribusiness companies assistance with challenging issues related to international trade and partners with United States Livestock and Genetics Export (USLGE) to help international producers find quality Illinois livestock genetics. If interested in exporting agricultural products, check the box for more information.

Terms and Conditions for Use of the “Illinois Product(s)” and “Homegrown By Heroes, Illinois Product” and "Illinois Grown" Certification Marks.

Applicant hereby certifies that the “Illinois Product(s)” or “Homegrown By Heroes” or “Illinois Grown”, certification mark will be applied only in the fashion described above and that the products or commodities on which the logo will be used in accordance with applicable program.

Certifications under Homegrown by Heroes are renewable every three years pending a review of any changes to business ownership, product makeup and/or food safety requirements.

Applicant agrees not to deviate from the graphic standards of the logo mark identified on the attached sheet. Special consent may be granted by the State of Illinois, Department of Agriculture for use of alternate colors upon request of applicant. The logo will be available in plural form (products) upon request.

Applicant will indemnify and hold harmless the State of Illinois, Department of Agriculture and its staff to identify and promote its products in marketing and promotional activities that may be undertaken by the Illinois Department of Agriculture.

“Homegrown By Heroes, Illinois Product” applicant agrees to submit proof of military service (DD214 preferred) with this application to be verified by the Farmer Veteran Coalition or any other approved third party verifier.

The right to use the certification mark(s) herein granted is personal to the applicant and may not be assigned or transferred to any other individual or entity without prior written consent of the State of Illinois, Department of Agriculture. The terms of this Agreement commence upon receipt of approval and shall continue until terminated upon written notice from the State of Illinois, Department of Agriculture. Termination of the Agreement shall not affect any rights or remedies of the State of Illinois, Department of Agriculture for any breach of the agreement by the applicant. 

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