MT. VERNON, IL — Mt. Vernon will play host to the 2021 Heart of America Grazing Conference. Kicking off the event will be an informative Pasture Walk Tuesday, August 10th, with dinner to follow on site. Then on Wednesday, August 11th, the conference continues with the educational experience during a full day of conversation at the Double Tree Hotel.

Cliff Schuette Chairman of the Illinois Grazing Lands Coalition says although this conference is designed for livestock farmers, the general public could learn a lot from the 8 different guest speakers and discussion panel.

The featured speaker, Greg Judy, is a Regenerative Rancher. He along with his wife, Jan, operates Green Pastures Farm in Rucker, Missouri. Their grazing operation includes 16 farms, four owned and 12 leased.

Make your conference registration before July 30th and get both days for just $65 or one day for $50. Students can attend for just $25. CCA credits are available. See full details and links for registration here: HOAGC PR 2021 2