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The Sangamon-Menard Unit has a position open for a Crops Educator.  Apply online by Nov. 20.

Questions? Contact Diane Duewer, County Extension Director at lduewer@uiuc.edu

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Ag Literacy

Ag Literacy
The Sangamon-Menard Agricultural Education Partnership is a collaborative effort between Sangamon-Menard Extension, Sangamon and Menard Farm Bureaus, Department of Agriculture, Sangamon County SWCD and other commodity groups to provide education and resources for agricultural programming in the classroom.

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Rainfall Report
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Program Registrations

Private Applicator Training
Register by March 2, 2010

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News Releases

Crop Update
Agriculture updates for Mason County.
Ag Update
Education and support to the agriculture industry.
Agro-Ecology News and Perspectives
News about agricultural practices and farming systems that are economically viable, environmentally sound, and socially just.
BioEnergy Blog
A roundup of research news and related topics dealing with biofuels.
Conservation Connections
Conservation best practices, natural resource decision-making , current research in the field and bridging research with local practice.
Grain Price Outlook Newsletter
Released eight times per year following major USDA reports on corn and soybeans.
Illinois Pesticide Review
The Illinois Pesticide Review provides concise information on legislation, regulations, and other developments directly impacting pesticide use in Illinois.
Illinois Small Farms Newsletter
News pertaining to small farm operations 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.
Podcasts

Commodity Week

Weekly agriculture news, analysis, prices, and weather from WILL AM 580
Upcoming Events

Private Pesticide Education Program and Testing
Lincoln, Illinois (Logan County)
December 15, 2009

Private Pesticide Training
Springfield, Illinois (Sangamon County)
January 6, 2010

Private Pesticide Training
Springfield, Illinois (Sangamon County)
March 2, 2010

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Contact Us
For more information about these programs, please contact:

Diane Duewer
County Extension Director
Sangamon-Menard Unit
2501 North 8th Street
Illinois State Fairgrounds, Bldg #30
Springfield, IL 62702
Phone: 217-782-4617
FAX: 217-524-6662
lduewer@illinois.edu

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