Funk Farms Premium Beef

08/11/2026

We’re honored to have hosted the Illinois Agriculture Legislative Roundtable at Funk Farms.

It was a privilege to welcome the candidates, farm leaders, and partners to our farm, and share in important conversations about the future of Illinois agriculture.

Thank you, Illinois Farm Bureau, for the opportunity, and for everything you do to support our state’s farm families.

Democratic Governor JB Pritzker and Republican nominee Darren Bailey gave their thoughts at the Agriculture Legislative Roundtable in McLean County to debate agricultural policies and economic chal…

08/11/2026

Thanks to all the family and friends who attended, and to those who helped make this an extra special day! 🌽

The State of Illinois has placed a new historical marker to a McLean County corn field, recognizing E.D. Funk and the Funk Brothers Seed Company for their contributions to agriculture.

08/05/2026

07/08/2026

Today is a great day to purchase your tickets for Wine for Wishes! Join us on September 12, 2026, to raise funds for Make-A-Wish Illinois. Enjoy an evening with friends, partners, or colleagues as we bring joy to children with critical illnesses. Ticket link in the comments.

07/04/2026

Did you know Uncle Sam was a real guy who was a MEATPACKER?

The Sam Wilson Story, according to History.com:
“Legend says Samuel Wilson was a New York meatpacker who provided food to U.S. forces during the War of 1812. As the story goes, Wilson and Elbert Anderson, the contractor he supplied, stamped all their beef and pork barrels with the initials “E.A.-U.S.” The “U.S.” was shorthand for United States, but workers began joking that it stood for “Uncle Sam,” as Wilson was locally known. Before long, soldiers had helped bring the term into common use as a nickname for the United States.”

Uncle Sam WANTS YOU TO COME GET SOME BEEF! 🥩 🇺🇸

We are open Saturday July 4th 9am-noon!

07/02/2026

07/02/2026

250 years of stories. 250 years of dreams. No matter where you stand, we all stand together in 2026. Let’s do it….around a table.…eating BEEF. 🥩🇺🇸

Celebrate 250 years of our freedom with American made BEEF, the greatest, most delicious and nutrient-dense protein on the planet.

We’ll be open
Thursday July 2nd 9-5
Friday July 3rd 9-5
AND
Saturday July 4th 9-noon

Come see us this weekend and get a free gift with every BEEF purchase! (July 2nd-4th only)

04/03/2026

One of our favorites…