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SIFA 2026 Conference

SIFA
The Food Works Southern Illinois Farming Alliance Conference focuses on sustainable agriculture in Southern Illinois, bringing together farmers, homesteaders, agriculture educators, students, and food system advocates from across Southern Illinois.

This half-day event is scheduled for Saturday, January 17, 2026, from 12:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. at the John A. Logan College Conference Center and offers an afternoon of learning and networking. Attendees will have the chance to engage with expert speakers, discover resources to support your farm or homestead, and explore innovative practices in sustainable agriculture and local food systems. The conference will cover various topics related to growing long-term farming networks that foster healthy soils, healthy food, and healthy communities.
Network with organizations from across the state
Educational talks from local experts, farm panels, and more
Update on Food Works programs
Locally-sourced lunch provided

The North Central Region-Sustainable Agriculture Research and Education

Farmers Forum

The North Central Region-Sustainable Agriculture Research and Education (NCR-SARE) Farmers Forum is a traveling annual event giving farmers, ranchers, researchers and others the chance to share information about sustainable agriculture practices with a national audience.

These presentations focus on research, demonstration, and education projects that promote profitable practices that are good for the environment and community. The projects highlighted in these presentations and the Farmers Forum are funded by grants from NCR-SARE, a USDA funded program that supports and promotes sustainable farming and ranching by offering competitive grants and educational opportunities.

For more information about NCR-SARE, see: www.northcentral.sare.org or contact NCR-SARE by email: ncrsare@umn.edu, or phone 612-626-3113.

Ready to connect with a community of farmers, advocates, and resource organizations? Don't miss this opportunity for a day of valuable networking and learning. Secure your spot at the SIFA Conference today!
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Click here to visit our 2025 SIFA Conference that was held at The Pavilion in Marion on January 14th, 2025!
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