Join University of Illinois Extension educators as they team up with area farmers to provide four monthly evening meetings to highlight and demonstrate diverse farming enterprises across southern Illinois. The series will provide participants an opportunity to experience different types of production and marketing practices utilized by southern Illinois producers. Whether you're a local producer looking to diversify, have an interest in selling fresh products, or are simply curious about where your food comes from, these evening gatherings are your chance to connect directly with the people behind the region’s vibrant food and farm economy. The programs are scheduled monthly from 6 to 8 pm and each meeting will feature a different farm or direct-market outlet, showcasing a range of production methods and marketing strategies. There is no cost to attend these in-person programs, but registration is required. If you need a reasonable accommodation to participate, please contact Bronwyn Aly at baly@illinois.edu.
- May 19, 2025 - The Flock Farm, 460 McDuffee Ln., Anna, IL 62906 - poultry processing and tour of their farm market
- June 16, 2025 - Weiler Enterprises Inc., Dairy Farm, Claremont, IL - dairy farm operations
- July 17, 2025 - Dixon Springs Agricultural Center, Simpson, IL - high tunnel vegetable production and biological insect control
- August 18, 2025 - Wild Child Flower Farm, Sumner, IL - U-pick flower farm production
