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Staying Inside the Lines: Best Practices for Firebreak Design
Prescribed fire is an important management tool in forests and grasslands. A well-designed and correctly installed firebreak is the first line of defense in keeping your burn safe and effective.…
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…
Neighborhood Gardeners
Do you want to learn more about gardening, but aren’t sure where to start? Do you already know a lot, but want to see other techniques and ask questions? The Neighborhood Gardeners is a new…
Beef Field Day
Join us for the annual Beef Field Day at DSAC, where weʼll highlight cutting-edge research relevant to cow-calf producers and feature expert speakers. Stay tuned for more details on the full…
Emerging Invasive Species Across Illinois
Keeping tabs on the latest invasive species in our region is critical to implementing successful management strategies, such as Early Detection and Rapid Response. This presentation will cover…
Harnessing Ag Climate Tools
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Discuss previous United Soybean Board funded project findingsDiscover ag climate decision support toolsLearn about climate decision support toolsDemo and provide feedback for a new…
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…
U-Pick Flower Farm Production
For a decade, the Summer Twilight Series has been a beloved tradition in southern Illinois, bringing farmers, educators, and community members together to…
