Our Programs

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 in our region make the best management decisions on their farm. Each year, we host annual programs like the Dixon Spring Agricultural Center Beef Field Day, Cover Crop Field Day, and composting workshops. If you have any questions about upcoming programs or questions about your farm, please reach out to Teresa Steckler.

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Beef Cattle
Forestry
Forestry
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High Tunnels
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Animal Science

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.