The annual Dudley Smith Farm Winter Meeting offers a chance to stay updated on the latest agricultural practices and research developments. This year's event is set to begin at 9 a.m. on Tuesday, February 4, at the University of Illinois Extension Christian County Office, located at 1120 N. Webster St. in Taylorville. The meeting includes a free lunch, but attendees must register in advance by Friday, January 31.

The event will feature discussions on key topics such as cover crop management, strategies for grazing or harvesting cereal rye in corn-soybean rotations, and insights from local producers on Precision Conservation Management. Experts will also explore fertility management and water quality, as well as methods to improve nitrogen use efficiency from field to watershed.

Participants can view the full agenda, learn about the featured speakers, and complete their registration at go.illinois.edu/DSFWinterMeeting25.

Those requiring reasonable accommodations to attend the program are encouraged to contact Cassie O’Connell at coconne@illinois.edu or call 217-287-7246 as soon as possible to allow sufficient time to meet accessibility needs.