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.

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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:

Illinois Centennial Soil Archive - January 13, 2026 | 6 p.m. - 7 p.m. | Granville Library

Oglesby Agronomy Summit - February 5, 2026 | 8:30 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. | Illinois Valley Community College

Succession Planning for Farm Families - March 3, 2026 | 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. | LaSalle County Farm Bureau

Anhydrous Ammonia Certified Grower Training - March 5, 2026 | 1:30 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. | Marshall-Putnam County Farm Bureau

Cultivating Wellness: Health and Well-Being for the Ag Community - March 12, 2026 | 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. | LaSalle County Farm Bureau

Sustainability on the Farm program series:

• Farming for Soil Health - January 22, 2026 | 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. | LaSalle County Extension Office
• Farming with Wildlife - February 3, 2026 | 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. | Marshall-Putnam County Extension Office
• Edge of Field Practices - February 19, 2026 | 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. | Bureau County Extension Office
• Conservation Practices for Profitable Farms - March 5, 2026 | 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. | Marshall-Putnam County Extension Office
• Conservation Conversations - March 20, 2026 | 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. | LaSalle County Extension Office

Certified Livestock Manager Training - Online training option

PSEP testing: 

Test-only sessions are offered in each county.  Registration is available through Illinois Department of Agriculture.  

Pre-registration is required.  No walk-ins will be allowed.  Participants will need to bring a calculator.  Calculators must be simple function calculators.  No smart phones or smart devices will be allowed.

Testing or licensure questions? Contact the Illinois Department of Agriculture at (800) 641-3934.

LaSalle County:

• January 14, 2026 | 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM | Illinois Valley Community College, Room CTC-124/125  *All tests*
• February 11, 2026 | 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM | LaSalle County Extension Office  *Private only*

Bureau County:

• February 17, 2026 | 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM | Bureau County Extension Office  *All tests*
• March 24, 2026 | 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM | Bureau County Extension Office  *All tests*

Marshall-Putnam County:

• February 4, 2026 | 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM | Marshall-Putnam County Extension Office  *All tests*
• February 4, 2026 | 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM | Marshall-Putnam County Extension Office  *All tests*
• February 26, 2026 | 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM | Putnam County EMA Building  *All tests*
• February 26, 2026 | 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM | Putnam County EMA Building  *All tests*
• March 19, 2026 | 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM | Marshall-Putnam County Extension Office  *All tests*
• March 19, 2026 | 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM | Marshall-Putnam County Extension Office  *All tests*