Commercial Agriculture

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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. 

Featured Resources

Farmer in field

farmdoc

News and insight into managing and operating your farm
Manure spreader in field

Illinois Manure Management Plan

The electronic version of the Illinois Manure Management Plan workbook
Crop advisor and farmer talking

Certified Crop Adviser

Online course for CCA credit
Combine harvesting in field

Variety Testing Program

Annual crop performance tests on hybrids and varieties of the major Illinois field crops
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Illinois Livestock Trail

Research from University of Illinois Extension animal systems specialists
Tractor applying pesticide in field

Private Applicator Training

Online course to assist private pesticide applicators preparing for the licensing examination