Extension demonstrates usefulness of drones in farm operations
PEKIN, Ill. - Drone technology is increasing in its applicability in improving farm operations. University of Illinois Extension Fulton-Mason-Peoria-Tazewell Unit Farm Management Educator Kevin Brooks uses drones to assist...

4-H Takes Flight: Introducing the future of agriculture to emerging drone technology
You may have heard that drones are being used in agriculture, but did you know that pesticides can be applied using drone technology? Drones are being used more every season, according to Matt Vohlken, owner and operating of Vohlken Aviation, who, in partnership with Bond County 4-H, recently...

Illinois Extension adds to agriculture conversation at Greater Peoria Farm Show
PEORIA, Ill. — Wrap up harvest season by visiting with agriculture specialists from University of Illinois Extension at the Greater Peoria Farm Show, Nov. 28-30. Extension is excited to be a...

Technology & Soil Health Field Day: Aerial Drone and Robot Cover Crop Seeding Event Sept 6
University of Illinois Extension invites the public to a Field Day on Thursday, September 6 from 10 am - noon at the Brian Corkill Farm, 22804 Walter Payton Memorial Hwy, Galva, IL to watch an aerial drone and robot cover crop seeding. Led by...