Support the Forage and Grazing Industry

Become a member

Working together, we can build an agriculture future that supports farm families and soil health.

Member Benefits

  • All benefits of the American Forage and Grassland Council.

  • Quarterly Forage Feed newsletter with articles and events of interest.

  • Corporate members received complimentary standard exhibit space at two IFGC sponsored events per year. You are recognized in the Forage Feed newsletter and on our website.

Member Fees

  • Student Membership: $5

  • Individual Membership: $30

  • Northwest IFGC Membership: $50

  • Corporate Membership: $200

Pay online at the American Forage and Grassland Council

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Nominate a worthy producer, education, or Industry representative

Winners to be recognized during the 2026 Illinois Forage Expo. Current IFGC officers and board members are not eligible.

Outstanding Producer Award

Presented to an individual producer (major source of income derived from use of land for forage) who has been outstanding in the production, harvesting, storage, utilization, or marketing of quality forages in Illinois.

Outstanding Education/Government Award

Presented to an individual (employed by an educational institution, US government, or agency) who has demonstrated exceptional service and leadership to Illinois forage.

Outstanding Industry Award

Presented to a company or individual representative of a company that has demonstrated outstanding commitment, interest, support, and assistance to the Illinois forage industry.

Please return by July 15, 2026 to: Illinois Forage and Grassland Council Ron Tombaugh, 2075 E IL RT. 18, Streator, IL 61364 or email the form to: ifgcforage@gmail.com.

Download the Nomination Form

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