From Food to Flowers: Everything Local Conference will be January 28-30, 2026, at the Bank of Springfield Center. The conference is jam-packed full of opportunity. There will be over 95 educational sessions & 100 industry experts from across the county, plus nearly 100 exhibitors. For details about the specific sessions, speakers, & registration, visit the ... Read More
Illinois Milk Producers Association (IMPA) and University of Illinois Extension are excited to highlight sustainability and technology during the upcoming Illinois Dairy Summit. The 2026 Illinois Dairy Summit will be held Feb. 4 at Highland Community College in Freeport. This year’s theme is Foraging Profitability with speakers focusing on providing insight on disease management of ... Read More
Expand your understanding & skills for managing your farmland with the 2026 Landowner 201 series. Thurs., Feb. 5 - Agronomy & Soil Health, with a focus on maintaining soil fertility & conservation practices Tues., Feb 10 - Farm Management & Financial Analysis, with a focus on farm business planning including financial management & balance sheets. ... Read More
Find paths to harvest success at the 2026 IL Farm Bureau Young Leader Conference Feb. 6-7, 2026 in East Peoria. Event highlights: - Keynote speaker Lance Weaver, a coach focused on helping American producers achieve long-term success. - 20 workshop sessions within 5 tracks (see agenda for details) - Networking & Social activities, including Glow ... Read More
Extension is hosting a Certified Livestock Manager Training on February 6 at 9:00am located in at the Illinois Soybean Association, Bloomington, IL. The workshop sign-in starts at 8:30. The training begins promptly at 9:00am and last 3.5 hours + additional time if taking the written test. Registration is $70. A certified livestock manager is needed on ... Read More
Need to recertify your private applicator license? There are several training & testing locations in the area this winter. Trainings start at 8:00am & testing begins at 12:00pm. December 11 - Champaign February 10 - Springfield February 25 - Peoria
Expand your understanding & skills for managing your farmland with the 2026 Landowner 201 series. Thurs., Feb. 5 - Agronomy & Soil Health, with a focus on maintaining soil fertility & conservation practices Tues., Feb 10 - Farm Management & Financial Analysis, with a focus on farm business planning including financial management & balance sheets. ... Read More
Save the date! February 17th is the annual IFB Governmental Affairs Leadership Conference.
COUNTRY Financial & Illinois Farm Bureau host the 2026 Ag Summits, an event focused on strengthening farmers, families, and futures by providing valuable insights, practical strategies and resources to plan for success in the year ahead. Enjoy a free meal & hear from expert speakers: - David Widmar, Agricultural Economist offering the latest economic outlook ... Read More
COUNTRY Financial & Illinois Farm Bureau host the 2026 Ag Summits, an event focused on strengthening farmers, families, and futures by providing valuable insights, practical strategies and resources to plan for success in the year ahead. Enjoy a free meal & hear from expert speakers: - David Widmar, Agricultural Economist offering the latest economic outlook ... Read More
