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Annual Field Fest at Riggs Beer

Event Type
Ceremony/Service
Sponsor
Department of Crop Sciences, University of Illinois
Location
1901 South High Cross Rd. Urbana, IL
Date
May 23, 2025   3:00 - 6:00 pm  
Contact
Dr. Jessica Rutkoski
E-Mail
jrut@illinois.edu
Phone
+1 (217) 300 6970
Originating Calendar
Crop Sciences - Field and Furrow Club

Join us for a mix of learning and happy hour at Riggs Beer Company located at 1901 South High Cross Rd. Urbana, IL. This event is for anyone curious about small grains, including wheat, barley, rye, triticale, oats, and kern. Demonstration plots are located on-site next to the brewery. The small grains breeder from Virginia will be joining us as a special guest to talk about barley varieties adapted to Illinois. Matt Riggs, owner of Riggs Beer Company, will speak about his experience producing small grains for brewing. No registration is necessary. Food and beverages will be available for purchase.

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