Tom Jennings, Director of the Illinois Department of Agriculture, will retire on October 18 after more than 30 years with IDA.  We recognize a committed, hard worker when we see one and Tom has been all of that and more.  His leadership at IDA has strengthened the agribusiness industry and his personality and dedication made working with him a true pleasure.  Thank you Director Jennings for your integrity and your many years of service to agriculture.  Best wishes for a healthy and happy retirement, you deserve it and then some.