Illinois Wheat Association (IWA) is inviting farmers and researchers to learn best field practices and strategies from top Illinois double-crop farmers during the annual 2026 Winter Wheat Double Crop Forum.

The forum will be held Jan. 20 at the Rend Lake Event Center in Ina. Registration is $25 for IWA members and $50 for non-members. Visit www.illinoiswheat.org or call 309-557-3619 for more information or to register. Registration is preferred by Jan. 9 but will be accepted at the door. The event will kick off with the IWA annual meeting at 8:30 a.m.

The 2026 Double Crop Farmers Forum is an opportunity for farmers and researchers to hear from top Illinois wheat growers and researchers throughout the Midwest on a variety of topics. In addition to hearing from IWA leaders, attendees will hear an update on policy issues impacting wheat growers from the National Association of Wheat Growers CEO Sam Kieffer. Attendees will also hear about ongoing research from the University of Illinois and Illinois Soybean Association.