Bureau County Republican

Agronomy Night set for Feb. 21

OGLESBY — University of Illinois Extension invites ag producers, agri-businesses and others interested to attend “Agronomy Night” on Tuesday, Feb 21. Russ Higgins, University of Illinois Extension commercial agriculture educator, will provide an update on agronomy research projects.

The special presentation will be at 7 p.m. in Room CTC at Illinois Valley Community College. Topics include weed, plant disease, insect and nutrient management. Higgins will also share current cover crop and soil health projects information.

CEUs have been applied – Certified Crop Advisors are encouraged to attend. Advance registration is required by 4:30 p.m. Monday, Feb. 20, by calling University of Illinois Extension at 815-224-0889. There is no cost to attend. For more information, call Daryle Wragge, ag program coordinator, at 309-364-2356.