Illinois

Illinois has some of the richest and most productive soil in the world. The combination of the soil and climate is ideal for farming in Illinois, which ranks fifth among U.S. states in terms of yearly farm income. Corn is grown in nearly every area of the state. Some of the largest corn plants are found in Illinois, reaching up to ten feet tall. It was in Illinois where John Deere, founded the world’s largest agricultural and construction equipment manufacturer – Deere and Company.