Agriculture
Commercial Agriculture spans a wide range of topics and works to address the needs of various producers. The expertise of our local educational specialists combined with the resources of the statewide Illinois Extension system form a powerful source of information and insight for agricultural producers in our region.
Looking for an answer to a specific question? Contact one of our educators to learn more about how Illinois Extension is prepared to help.
Stay updated with the latest trends, research, and developments in agriculture: Field Notes Blog
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Asking for help is a sign of strength and courage. The Illinois Agricultural Mental Health Voucher Program allows agricultural producers and their families to seek help free of charge from a certified mental health professional. Vouchers for Ag Producers.
Upcoming Programs:
Farmland Owners Conference - November 25, 2024 | Illinois Valley Community College | 8:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Agronomy Summit - January 23, 2025 | Illinois Valley Community College | 8:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Certified Livestock Manager Training - Online training option
Online Resources
References
Winter 2023-2024 AG Programming Calendar - Bureau, LaSalle, Marshall and Putnam Counties
2023 Illinois Farmland Values and Lease Trends Illinois Society of Professional Farm Managers and Rural Appraisers
Illinois Crop Share Lease Form
Illinois Fixed Cash Rent Lease Form – Short Form for One Year
IVCC Agriculture 2022 Annual Report
Illinois Corn Production by County 2022
Illinois Soybean Production by County 2022
Machinery Cost Estimates Summary - September 2023
Machinery Cost Estimates: Field Operations - September 2023
Machinery Cost Estimates: Harvesting - September 2023
Machinery Cost Estimates: Tractors - September 2023
Machinery Cost Estimates: Forage Operations - September 2023
University of Illinois Extension and Illinois Valley Community College Agriculture Department Partnership - 2021 Agronomy Research and Demonstration Projects -
Cover Crops in Soybean/Planting Depth in Corn/Leaf Disease Susceptibility
2020 Applied Research Results Field Crop Disease and Insect Management