Learn about poultry processing and tour the farm market.
For a decade, the Summer Twilight Series has been a beloved tradition in southern Illinois, bringing farmers, educators, and community members together to explore the diversity and innovation of local agriculture. The first program is scheduled for May 19 at 6 p.m. at The Flock Farm in Anna to explore poultry processing and take a tour of their farm market.
Operated by Brent Glays, The Flock Farm specializes in pasture-raised lamb, pork, and poultry. Glays, a farmer and poultry processor from Anna, Illinois, started his career as a meat and poultry inspector. What began as a small flock has evolved into an operation known for its sustainable meat production and on-farm retail store. Today, Glays operates a poultry processing plant and is expanding further with USDA certification.
Explore the Summer Twilight Series
Whether you're a local producer looking to diversify, have an interest in selling fresh products, or are simply curious about where your food comes from, these evening gatherings are your chance to connect directly with the people behind the region’s vibrant food and farm economy. Held once a month on Monday evenings from May through August, each meeting will feature a different farm or direct-market outlet, showcasing a range of production methods and marketing strategies. Tour working farms, see operations up close, and ask questions directly to producers and Extension educators.
There is no cost to attend these in-person programs, but registration is required. To register online for any or all of the meetings in this series, visit go.illinois.edu/twilightseries or call 618-695-2441.