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Events (14)

Certified Livestock Manager Training 2023 | Springfield

Tue, 02/07/2023 - 12:00

Bank of Springfield Center

pigs in barn

Certified Livestock Manager Training 2023 | Monmouth

Wed, 02/08/2023 - 12:00

U of I Extension office, Warren-Henderson Farm Bureau Bldg

people in livestock facility

Farm Bill Update | IFES Online

Thu, 02/09/2023 - 12:00

Online

american flag flying over wheat field

Certified Livestock Manager Training 2023 | Sycamore

Thu, 02/09/2023 - 12:00

U of I Extension office, DeKalb County Farm Bureau Bldg.

woman farmer in field with cows

Certified Livestock Manager Training 2023 | Freeport

Fri, 02/10/2023 - 12:00

Stephenson County Farm Bureau Bldg.

person on tablet in livestock barn

Perry County 4-H Quiz Bowl 2023

9:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Mon, 02/20/2023 - 12:00

Bigham Shed, 1899 State Rt. 13/127, Pinckneyville, IL 62274

Pigs in a field

Certified Livestock Manager Training 2023 | Effingham

Tue, 02/21/2023 - 12:00

Effingham County Extension Office

sheep

Certified Livestock Manager Training 2023 | Breese

Wed, 02/22/2023 - 12:00

Clinton County Extension Office

pig

Certified Livestock Manager Training 2023 | Pittsfield

Thu, 02/23/2023 - 12:00

U of I Extension Office, Pike County Farm Bureau Bldg.

piglet

2023 Illinois Performance Tested Bull Sale

Thu, 02/23/2023 - 12:00

Illinois State Fairgrounds

angus bull on pasture

Certified Livestock Manager Training 2023 | Springfield

Fri, 02/24/2023 - 12:00

Illinois Department of Ag Bldg. Auditorium, State Fair Grounds

poultry barn facility

2023 All Day Ag Outlook

Tue, 03/07/2023 - 12:00

The Beef House Restaurant

growing corn

2023 Southern Illinois 4-H and FFA Livestock & Dairy Judging Contest

9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Sat, 03/11/2023 - 12:00

DuQuoin State Fairgrounds, 655 Executive Drive, DuQuoin, IL 62832

Cows Standing in a Field

Edgar County 4-H In-Person YQCA Training

Thu, 05/25/2023 - 12:00

Edgar County 4-H Fairgrounds

graphic images of cow, goat, sheep, and pig

Blog Posts (10)

Planning and managing to avoid dystocia

two pregnant red angus cows in a field

Breeding tips for fall-calving cows

Managing winter feed costs

Preventing Avian Flu in Your Small Flock

Protect Your Small Flock from Avian Flu

How to care for backyard chickens in winter

Condensation Prevention in Metal –Walled Livestock Buildings

Evaporative Cooling Pads – Maintenance for a Longer Life

Clinic focuses on the health, nutrition, condition and care of livestock

Morgan County team tops 4-H Meats Judging Contest

Success breeds success; Marion County hosts 200 youth for judging

News Releases (39)

Master Showmanship opens up connections for youth; personally and professionally

Hard work and dedication pay off for Illinois 4-H Livestock Quiz Bowl team

Illinois 4-H Livestock Judging Team places seventh in the nation

Nominate bulls for 2023 IPT Bull Sale

The Flock Farm to host twilight meeting on pasture-raised livestock

New biosecurity resource helps producers protect pigs

Illinois State Fair cancels live poultry shows to protect from Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza

Dudley Smith Farm Field Day highlights regenerative ag practices

Youth meet and learn about miniature donkeys at fun 4-H event

Illinois program turns cowgirl dreams into livestock research reality

Southern Illinois youth place at livestock and dairy judging contest

Grazing Livestock, A Conservation Strategy

Look to IPT Bull Sale for proven genetic excellence

4-H Livestock Judging Team takes 9th in the nation

Kick off 4-H Week with family friendly event at Tractor Supply

Contest awards top nine 4-H members $1,000 scholarship

Heart of America Grazing Conference showcases latest in carbon-smart pasture management

Livestock judging teaches decision-making, adaptability

Fulton County 4-Hers do well in state 4-H livestock judging

Hackers attack US meat supply chain

DeWitt, Macon, and Piatt Extension are excited to welcome the public to the 4-H shows

Southern Illinois youth place in livestock quiz bowl

Youth come together to make their mark in the livestock industry

Illinois Performance Tested Bull Sale has near-record year; averages $4,396

Vulture attacks eat away income for livestock producers

When you want total performance, Illinois Performance Tested Bull Sale is your genetics headquarters

Livestock managers may complete certification on Extension website

CME Group awards $9,000 in 4-H livestock scholarships

Prairie Farms awards $3,000 in 4-H scholarships

Livestock producers invited to USDA outbreak preparedness scenario

Multiple Spring Beef Meetings Slated for Southeastern Illinois

Clark County 4-H Announces Livestock Ownership Dates for the 2020 4-H Fair

Extension Offering Dudley Smith Farm Winter Meeting February 11

Extension to Host Sheep and Goat Parasite Management Workshop

4-H Members Gain Technical Expertise and Soft Skills Through Livestock Projects

Wollin wins state poultry contest

$15,000 awarded to animal science scholars

Contest prepares young dairy producers

Extension to Host Program on Managing Cover Crops for Livestock

Staff (4)

Sara Farley

Sarah Farley

Local Food Systems and Small Farms Extension Educator

Doug Gucker staff photo

Douglas B. Gucker

Local Food Systems and Small Farms Educator

staff photo of Kristi Smith

Kristi Smith

Peoria County 4-H Youth Development Program Coordinator

Stanley (Jay) Solomon

Stanley (Jay) Solomon

Extension Educator Natural Resources, Environment & Energy