growing illinois forage
Illinois FORAGE INSTITUTE
SAVE THE DATE | FRIDAY, JUNE 26 | CANTON, Illinois
This year’s Institute will focus on high-quality educational sessions and producer engagement, bringing together an expected 100 to 150 farmers, landowners, and industry professionals from across the state.
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Attendees will gain practical knowledge on forage management, grazing systems, and livestock efficiency—tools they can directly apply to improve profitability and sustainability on their operations.
our mission
The Illinois Forage and Grassland Council provides the framework that unites industry, producers, educational, and government institutions for the production, marketing, and wise use of forages and grasslands.
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heart of america grazing conference
July 15 to 16 | effingham
Grazing returns to America’s heartland.
This annual conference brings together graziers from across the Midwest for two days of speakers, farm tours, and practical learning focused on improving regenerative grazing systems. Registration opens in May.
KEYNOTE: Steve Campbell of Tailor Made Cattle
Steve is widely recognized for his work in high-performance forage-based cattle systems, and his practical, producer-driven approach makes him one of the most sought-after voices in regenerative grazing today.
The conference will feature
Tour of the Curt Rinker Farm on Day 1
Sessions on virtual fencing on Day 2
Research updates
Youth grazing event
how well do you know your forage brix content?
Brix scoring is important because it tells us how much sugar content is in our forages and the nutrition density in our dry matter. Plants high in brix are more resistant to drought, cool temperatures, pests, and disease. The higher the brix, the higher the quality of the forage you're feeding livestock.
Illinois Grazing and Forage Hub
IFGC partners with the Illinois Grazing Lands Coalition on this resource — for farmers, by farmers.
If you're ready to build a resilient and profitable farm that benefits the environment, you're in the right place. At The Hub, our free services empower you to restore soil health, improve animal well-being, and increase your farm's long-term sustainability.
Join our community of farmers working together to create a future that thrives for the environment and your bottom line.
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