Illinois -- Pork, Packers, Politics and a Mini-Building Boom.

The article highlights the features of Illinois, which identify it as a suited site for raising hogs. Illinois pork producer Art Lehmann cites that the rich black soil of the state is considered as an excellent waste management tool for livestock producers. Further, Lehmann reveals that the Livestock Management Facilities Act has contributed to ensure guidelines in the construction and design of the operation of livestock management and waste handling facilities.