PANA, Ill. — For farmers, producers, and consumers, it is important to stay informed on current and upcoming agricultural practices. The ag industry is fast-paced and filled with technology pushing efficiency forward. Without these advancements, farmers could not continue to feed the growing world. The challenge remains to do it sustainably.
At Dudley Smith Farm, tradition drives sustainable agriculture practice into the future through hands-on research opportunities. Attendees can look forward to hearing industry updates and application examples. 2025 Field Day presentation topics include:
- Drainage Water Recycling
- Profitable Nitrogen Management
- Livestock Grazing Management
- Cover Crops and Water Quality
The 2025 Field Day will be held on Wednesday, June 18, beginning at 9:30 a.m. at Dudley Smith Farm, located at 2200 E. 600 North Rd., off Route 29 between Taylorville and Pana in Christian County.
The event is free and open to the public. Advance registration is required by June 13 to receive lunch. Following lunch, attendees are invited to stay for an optional farm tour. Find the full agenda, speakers, and registration at go.illinois.edu/DSFFieldDay25.
If you need a reasonable accommodation to participate in this program, contact Cassie O’Connell at coconne@illinois.eduor call 217-287-7246. Early requests are strongly encouraged to allow sufficient time to meet access needs.
SOURCE: Cassie O’Connell, marketing and communications program coordinator, Illinois Extension
University of Illinois Extension develops educational programs, extends knowledge, and builds partnerships to support people, communities, and their environments as part of the state's land-grant institution. Extension serves as the leading public outreach effort for University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign and the College of Agricultural, Consumer and Environmental Sciences in all 102 Illinois counties through a network of 27 multi-county units and over 700 staff statewide. Extension’s mission is responsive to eight strategic priorities — community, economy, environment, food and agriculture, health, partnerships, technology and discovery, and workforce excellence — that are served through six program areas — 4-H youth development, agriculture and agribusiness, community and economic development, family and consumer science, integrated health disparities, and natural resources, environment, and energy.