http://northernpublicradio.org en http://northernpublicradio.org/post/early-start-harvesting-illinois <p>The fall harvest is underway in Illinois for the corn and soybean crops.&nbsp; The harvest is earlier this year,&nbsp; due to the drought during key parts of this year's growing season.&nbsp; Yields are expected to be lower this year than in previous years. DeKalb County farmers are expected to bring in an average of 160 bushels of corn per acre. Wed, 10 Oct 2012 09:04:28 +0000 Jenna Dooley 19562 at http://northernpublicradio.org Early Start for Harvesting in Illinois