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Youth Crop Scouting Competition
Youth teams learn life skills from crop scouting fields to use in their future careers.Knowing how to properly scout corn, soybean, or any commercial crop field is essential to understanding…
2024 Beef Field Day
The annual Beef Field Day at the University of Illinois Dixon Springs Agricultural Center will be on Tuesday, July 30. The program will focus on research conducted at Dixon Springs that pertains…
DSAC Youth Gardening Class
Extension staff and volunteers are once again offering summer youth gardening classes at Dixon Springs Agricultural Center. These classes are a great way for local children to learn about…
The Consequences of Agricultural Chemical Trespass into Illinois Ecosystems
The landscape of Illinois has been devoted primarily to agriculture for more than 100 years. Agricultural intensification has led to…
Enhancing Farm Connectivity: The Backbone of Modern Agriculture
Delve into the critical role of connectivity in modern farming…
Farming for the Future: Digital and Regenerative Agriculture Field Day
Discover the potential when technology and regenerative agriculture meet.Spend the day immersed where digital technology and regenerative agriculture meet at the Farming for the Future Field…
Intensive Vegetable Production, Processing, and Freezing
Sunnybrook Gardens is a local family-owned and operated specialty crop farm growing fruits, vegetables & flowers. After more than 30 years…
Resources to Address Deer Impacts to Woodlands
White-tailed deer are an important part of Midwestern forests, but their browsing has an impact on forest health. Explore…
2024 Pumpkin Field Day
Exploring research around commercial pumpkin production strengthens Illinois growers.As Illinois ranks number one in both pumpkin production and processing, it provides a great opportunity…
Farm Robotics: Revolutionizing Agricultural Practices
The second series session will highlight the latest innovations in agricultural robots, including planting, harvesting, and…