Food Works Announces 2026 Southern Illinois Farming Alliance Conference at John A. Logan College
Date/Time
Date(s) - 01/17/2026
12:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Location
John A Logan College
Categories
CARTERVILLE, IL — January 17, 2026 — Food Works is excited to announce the 2026
Southern Illinois Farming Alliance Conference (SIFA Conference), taking place Saturday,
January 17, 2026 from 12-5pm, at John A. Logan College in Carterville, IL.
This annual conference focuses on sustainable agriculture in Southern Illinois and brings
together farmers, homesteaders, agriculture educators, students, and food system advocates
from across Southern Illinois and surrounding regions for a full day of education, networking,
and community engagement. Attendees will have the opportunity to hear from expert speakers,
discover resources to support your farm or homestead, and explore innovative practices in
sustainable agriculture and local food systems.
Event Details:
● Date: Saturday, January 17, 2026
● Location: John A. Logan College, Carterville, IL
● Time: 12pm-5pm
● Registration: www.fwsoil.org/conference or call (618) 370-3287
● Cost: $20, includes locally sourced lunch
● Audience: Farmers, ag professionals, students, community leaders, homesteaders, and
food organizers
Media Opportunities:
Members of the press are invited to attend the conference. Onsite press kits, photography
access, and interviews with organizers, keynote speakers, and local producers will be available.
About Food Works:
Food Works is a Southern Illinois-based nonprofit dedicated to supporting local food systems
through education, training, and community initiatives. The organization works to connect
farmers, eaters, and educators to create resilient local agriculture networks.
About Southern Illinois Farming Alliance (SIFA):
SIFA is a program of Food Works that supports local farmers and producers through advocacy,
education, and community programming. We work with Southern Illinois growers to build
sustainable farms while connecting with local consumers and organizations.
This event was made possible through partnership with the North Central Region of SARE
and the Illinois Farm Bureau!