Cover Crop Aerial Demonstration

Join the McLean County Soil & Water Conservation District September 6, 2023 at 9:00am for an informational meeting and aerial application demonstration. Speakers will discuss current cover crop cost share programs, the nutrient loss reduction strategy, and cover crop aerial application information. Speakers and Topics Include: Cover Crop Programs and Cost-Share Opportunities: Taylor Clark, NRCS ... Read More

Pond Shocking Demonstration

Pond Shocking Demonstration near Downs, IL! Join us for an evening of information on pond stocking basics, population health and pond management goals hosted by McLean County Soil & Water Conservation District and Herman Brothers Lake Management. RSVP required, location will be sent to all that register. Register by calling: 309-452-3848 ext 3 Event Flyer

BarnKeepers Barn Tour

Saturday Sept 9, 2023 Blue Mound & Martin Townships the tour will start at Neuhaus Nursery, 29738 E 1400 North Rd, Colfax, IL 61728 Registration between 8am to 2pm $20 per carload gets you the tour map and a booklet with the histories of all barns included on the tour.

Harvest Fun Night

Rader Family Farms 1312 Ropp Rd, Normal, IL

Join us for some fall fun at Rader Family Farms just west of Normal, sponsored by McLean County Farm Bureau Young Leaders. Kids & families welcome! Activities available 4:30 – 6 p.m. Wristbands will be available for pick-up at the farm activity entrance starting at 4:15 p.m. Last entry for the Corn Maze is at ... Read More

Prime Timers

Prime Timers will meet Thursday, October 26 at 11:30 a.m. the McLean County Farm Bureau Office, 2242 Westgate Drive, Bloomington. Lunch will be available for $5 per person (boxed lunch from Jason’s Deli). Reservations for lunch are required by October 24. Speaker: Carrie Vogel, McLean County Ag in the Classroom Topic: Fall into Agriculture Activities ... Read More

Farmland Owners Conference

Illinois Central College

Landowners are invited to this fast-paced, one-day conference to gain a better understanding of how to best manage and maintain their land, work with the tenant and/or farmer, and plan for the future legacy of the land. Registration fee includes lunch and refreshments throughout the day. Participants will hear from 18 agriculture professionals on a ... Read More

$65

Prime Timers Christmas Luncheon

Farm Bureau members of retirement age are invited to the annual Prime Timers Christmas luncheon on Thursday, December 7 at 11:30 a.m. at the Mini Expo at the McLean County Fairgrounds in Bloomington. A catered meal will be provided along with musical entertainment. The luncheon is free, but reservations are required.

2023 Farm Assets Conference

I Hotel & Conference Center 1900 S 1st St, Champaign, IL, United States

The 2023 Farm Assets Conference is scheduled for Friday, December 15 at the i-Hotel & Illinois Conference Center on the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign campus. The doors open at 8:30 a.m. central. Presented by the University of Illinois Extension & farmdoc team. Registration is $80 per person through December 8 and $90 thereafter. Agenda: 8:30am ... Read More

$80 – $90