Agriculture
Agriculture
Commercial Agriculture spans a wide range of topics and works to address the needs of various producers. The expertise of our local educational specialists, combined with the resources of the statewide Illinois Extension system, forms a powerful source of information and insight for agricultural producers in our region.
Upcoming Programs:
Driftless Region Beef Conference - January 22 & 23, 2026
Northwest Illinois Agronomy Summit – January 28, 2026
Stateline Fruit and Vegetable Growers Conference - February 16, 2026
Certified Livestock Manager Training – February 24, 2026
Tri-State Forest Stewardship Conference - March 7, 2026
Stay updated with the latest trends, research, and developments in agriculture through our e-newsletter, Everything Agronomy.
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Northwest Illinois Agronomy Summit
University of Illinois Extension is pleased to announce the annual Northwest Illinois Agronomy Summit that will be held on Wednesday, January 28, 2026.
Resources for row crops
Variety Testing
Agronomic information on hybrids and varieties of the major Illinois field crops, including soybeans, corn, and wheat.
Corn Nitrogen Rate Calculator
Determine the most profitable N rate for corn by region.
Illinois Agronomy Handbook
Several chapters of the Illinois Agronomy Handbook were updated in 2021 and are available for free download. Click here to see the chapters.
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Field Crop Production Resources
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Machinery Cost Estimates
Field, harvest, and forage operations and tractor costs.
Pesticide Safety Education Program
Information and training on pesticide application safety and regulations enable ag industry professionals to meet Department of Agriculture requirements for pesticide application.
Crop Central
Timely information and applied research reports about crop management.
Plant Clinic
Crop pest and injury diagnostic services and recommendations
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Livestock Production Resources
Beef Cattle Resources
Find the resources you need for a sound beef herd.
Grazing Cornstalks
The best way to use cornstalks is to graze them. Learn more about that practice by clicking here.
Beef Cattle Nutrition
Maintain herd health with feeding strategies to support proper nutrition and profitability.
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Illinois Fruit and Vegetable Newsletter
Practical production advice and regional updates help fruit and vegetable specialty crop growers make the most of their farming operations.
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Talking Crop
Talking Crop brings current trends, actionable management considerations, and research updates from seasonal row crop production experts to farmers and agribusiness representatives.
Hosted by: Kathryn Seebruck, University of Illinois Extension Commercial Agriculture Educator serving Jo Daviess, Stephenson, and Winnebago Counties
Additional Resources
Programs, services, and resources to support the needs of today's agriculture producers.
Specialty Crops Resources
Illinois Pesticide Review Newsletter
Illinois Extension Local Foods Systems and Small Farms You Tube Channel
Midwest Fruit Pest Management Guide
Cash Rent Resources
Determining cash rent on Illinois farmland
Using the USDA cash rent surveys for determining the "going rate"
Land Value Reports from the Illinois Soceity of Professional Farm Managers and Rural Appraisors
Livestock Production Resources
Illinois Performance Tested Bull Sale
Swine Nutrition and Reproduction
Farm Management Resources
Hay Market Reports - UW Extension
Nutrient Loss Reduction Podcast
Certified Crop Advisor Training
