University of Illinois Extension-Marion County-Agriculture & Natural Resources

Featured Websites

Additional Websites

MarketMaker
An interactive mapping system that locates businesses and markets of agricultural products, providing an important link between producers and consumers.
Soybean Rust (Illinois)
The latest University of Illinois information on soybean rust in Illinois.
Illinois IDEA
IDEA - Initiative for the Development of Entrepreneurs in Agriculture - conducts research, develops educational products, and provides services that encourage farmers to incorporate entrepreneurial strategies which direct their marketing efforts to meeting consumer demand.
Agroecology/Sustainable Agriculture Program (ASAP)
ASAP facilitates and promotes research and education which protects Illinois' natural and human resources while sustaining agricultural production.
57 Ways to Protect Your Home Environment
Describes a variety of practical steps you can take to protect your health, your family's health, and our environment.
Varietal Information Program for Soybeans
VIPS is a tool for the analysis of the performance of soybean varieties.
Focus on Plant Problems
Is disease affecting your plants and trees? Learn more at this website.

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Southern Illinois Agriculture

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News & Updates
News Releases
Mill Creek Farm Tour – October 3 Pest Management Tools Require Careful Use Fall Forage Harvesting Ewing Field Day to Highlight 40 Years of No-Till, New Traits in Soybeans U of I Extension Offers Learn-from-Home Farm Leasing Course Time To Identify Sale Bulls
Ag Quarterly News for Southern Illinois farm families.
Illinois Fruit and Vegetable News A newsletter on the production of fruit and vegetable crops in Illinois.
Illinois Pesticide Review The Illinois Pesticide Review provides concise information on legislation, regulations, and other developments directly impacting pesticide use in Illinois.
Pest Management and Crop Development Bulletin Weekly bulletins during the growing season, letting you know what problem pests to look for before they reach your field.
Weekly Outlook Published each Monday and addresses current and prospective developments in crop and livestock markets.

Upcoming Events

Ewing Field Day
Ewing, Illinois (Franklin County)
September 11, 2008

Multiple Species Grazing Conference
Lincoln, Illinois (Logan County)
September 13, 2008

Farmland Leasing Class
September 16 - October 28, 2008

Full event calendar >>

For more information about these programs, please contact:

Lynn Weis
County Extension Director, Bond County
Bond County Unit
Lake and Harris Ave.
P.O. Box 187
Greenville, IL 62246
Phone: 618-664-3665
FAX: 618-664-9277
lmweis@illinois.edu

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