Our Programs

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Our programs use University of Illinois and USDA research coupled with knowledge and first-hand experience of Southern Illinois soils, climate, and unique challenges to help farmers and landowners in our region make the best management decisions. Each year, we host annual programs like the Dixon Spring Agricultural Center Beef Field Day, Maple Syrup Production, and high tunnel/forestry workshops. If you have any questions about upcoming programs or questions about your farm, please reach out to our Extension staff.

Connect with Dixon Springs Agricultural Center

Ask the Expert

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Bronwyn Aly

Bronwyn leads Local Food Systems and Small Farms programming at Dixon Springs Agricultural Center
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Christopher Evans

Chris Evans is a Forestry Extension and Research Specialist and currently also serves as the interim State Master Naturalist Coordinator. He is based at the Dixon Springs Agricultural Center in Southern Illinois.
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Teresa Steckler

Teresa Steckler heads beef cattle research at Dixon Springs as a commercial ag educator.
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Animal Science

Work at Dixon Springs is done in partnership with the University of Illinois Animal Science Department.
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Extension Programs

Dixon Springs Agricultural Center is in Pope County. Find additional Extension programs in the area.