Conservation Cropping Seminar

Illinois Department of Agriculture 801 Sangamon Avenue, Springfield, IL, United States

Learn about ways to improve soil health, integrate cover crops and implement sustainable techniques at the Conservation Cropping Seminar Jan. 31, 2024 from 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. with both virtual and in-person options available. The event will be held at the Illinois Department of Agriculture Block Building in Springfield. The in-person registration is $25 ... Read More

$15 – $25

Ag Bites Breakfast

Heartland Commuity College 1500 W Raab Rd, Normal, IL, United States

Rise and shine for Ag Breakfast Bites to check out the new Agriculture Building at Heartland Community College. The event will be held Tuesday, February 6 in the new ag facility. Agenda: 7:30 a.m. - Doors Open 8 a.m. - Breakfast 8:30 a.m. - Program Speaker: Heartland Ag Faculty & Students Hear about Heartland's first ... Read More

That Won’t Happen to Me – Emergency Planning on Your Farm

Epiphany Farms Estate 23676 E 800 North Rd, Downs, IL, United States

Does your farm have an emergency plan of action in place if the need should arise?  Join Farm Broadcaster, Mike Pearson, for "That Won't Happen to Me - Emergency Planning on Your Farm" at Epiphany Farms Estate February 12. Doors Open 9:30 am Brunch Served at 10:00 am Program Begins at 11:00 am Hosted by ... Read More

Private Pesticide Applicator Clinic & Test – Springfield

Illinois Department of Agriculture 801 Sangamon Avenue, Springfield, IL, United States

University of Illinois Extension will host private pesticide applicator training & testing Feb. 16 a the State Fairgrounds/IL Department of Agriculture building in Springfield. Private Applicator Training - 8:00 am - 11:45 am Private Applicator Testing - 12:00 pm - 3:00 pm The cost is $45 and pre-registration is required.

$45

Prime Timers

Prime Timers will meet Thursday, February 22 at 11:30 a.m. the McLean County Farm Bureau Office, 2242 Westgate Drive, Bloomington. Lunch will be available for $5 per person (pasta, salad & bread from Avanti's). Reservations for lunch are required by February 20. Speaker: Jane Chamberlain, LeRoy Replex Topic: Heart Healthy activities The Prime Timers group ... Read More

Grain Marketing Fundamentals

McLean County Farm Bureau 2242 Westgate Drive, Bloomington, IL, United States

Ready, set - market! Expand your understanding and skills for successfully marketing your grain with two upcoming classes: Feb. 22 - Grain Marketing Fundamentals Feb. 29 - Next Level Grain Marketing Classes will be held from 6:30 to 8 p.m. at the McLean County Farm Bureau building, 2242 Westgate Drive in Bloomington and also available ... Read More

$20 – $25

A Night for Agriculture

McLean County Fairgrounds 1106 Interstate Drive, Bloomington, IL, United States

Join us February 24, 2024 for a fun night to celebrate & support McLean County Farm Bureau Foundation! 5:30 p.m. - Social Hour 6:30 p.m. - Dinner & Program $75 per person - Steak Dinner, Cash Bar, Silent & Live Auctions, Raffles & More! Your support helps us… Grow Knowledge through McLean County Ag Classroom + ... Read More

$75

Next Level Grain Marketing

McLean County Farm Bureau 2242 Westgate Drive, Bloomington, IL, United States

Ready, set - market! Expand your understanding and skills for successfully marketing your grain with two upcoming classes: Feb. 22 - Grain Marketing Fundamentals Feb. 29 - Next Level Grain Marketing Classes will be held from 6:30 to 8 p.m. at the McLean County Farm Bureau building, 2242 Westgate Drive in Bloomington and also available ... Read More

$20 – $25

Rules for the Road – Springfield

Rush Truck Center 3441 Gatlin DR, Springfield, IL, United States

Get the latest on transportation rules and regulations for Illinois farmers with the Rules for the Road program - dates & locations listed below. March 5 at 10 a.m. – Sangamon County (Rush Truck Center, Springfield) March 13 at 6 p.m. – Livingston County (Precision Planting, Pontiac) March 19 at 10 a.m. – Peoria County ... Read More

Volunteer Night at Midwest Food Bank

McLean County Farm Bureau members are invited to volunteer at Midwest Food Bank Wednesday, March 6 from 6 to 8 p.m. hosted by Young Leaders & Illinois State University Collegiate Farm Bureau. Kids ages five and older are welcome to volunteer along with parents. Please sign up & fill out the volunteer waiver by Feb. ... Read More