Registration and the full event schedule will be available after December 1. For questions, please contact the event coordinator at the information below.
Strengthen farm management decisions by attending the Southwestern Agronomy Summit
University of Illinois Extension is holding the annual Southwestern Agronomy Summit this winter to provide producers with the latest agronomic research updates and equip them with information that will empower them in their farm decision-making.
Continuing education units are available for Certified Crop Advisers at this in-person event. The cost to attend is $25, and registration is required. Registration includes all presentations, light refreshments, and lunch.
For questions or to request accommodations, contact Nathan Johanning at njohann@illinois.edu or 618-939-3434.
Southwestern Agronomy Summit Schedule
- 9:00 AM - Data to Dividends: Using Regional Soil Fertility Research to Improve Use Efficiency, John Pike, Pike Ag, LLC
- 9:45 AM - Uncovering Whether to Cover: Research Updates and Management Strategies for Crop Success, Nathan Johanning, Extension Educator, University of Illinois
- 10:30 AM – Break
- 10:45 AM - Leveraging Farm Data to Drive Profitability, Mike Bruns, Farm Business Consultant, Farm Business Farm Management
- 11:30 AM - Solar Land Leases: Important Considerations for You and Your Farm, Andrea Wagner, Extension Specialist, University of Illinois
- 12:15 PM – Lunch
- 1:00 PM - No-till Crop Production: The Past and Future Opportunities in Southwestern Illinois, Phil Krieg, Agronomic Service Representative, Syngenta
- 1:45 PM - 21st Century Weed Control: Aiding and Abetting the Enemy, Ron Krausz, Researcher, Retired, SIU Weed Science
- 2:30 PM – Wrap Up, Final Questions, Adjourn
About Agronomy Summits
Expanding from one event in northern Illinois to now eight, Illinois Extension Agronomy Summits are touring throughout the state in winter 2026. Attendees can expect sessions filled with the latest research updates from crop science experts at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign College of Agricultural, Consumer and Environmental Sciences, Illinois Extension, as well as additional university and industry professionals.
Additional 2026 Agronomy Summit Locations
- Peoria Agronomy Summit | East Peoria, Jan. 12
- Southeastern Agronomy Summit | Fairfield, Jan. 22
- Northwest Illinois Agronomy Summit | Freeport, Jan. 28
- Southwestern Agronomy Summit | Waterloo, Feb. 3
- Oglesby Agronomy Summit | Feb. 5
- Joliet Agronomy Summit | Feb. 10
- Springfield Agronomy Summit | Feb. 17
- Clark County Agronomy Summit, | Marshall, Feb. 24
