Illinois Fertilizer & Chemical Association
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To assist and represent the crop production supply and service industry while promoting the sound stewardship and utilization of agricultural inputs.
2026 IFCA Golf Outing
IFCA 2026 Golf Outing
Looking for a great summer event for a cause? Don't miss out on the 2026 IFCA Golf for Scholarships outing! This year we are only having one outing which will be in Bloomington, IL at The Den on July 23rd. This outing is a great opportunity to network with peers while supporting the next generation of agriculturalists.
We will be limited to the number of golfers and we don’t want you to miss out on the opportunity to golf at this Arnold Palmer Signature Golf Course.
The outing is open to all, and companies are encouraged to bring teams of employees or customers to support the IFCA scholarship program. Scholarships are provided to students enrolled in an agriculture-related field attending the U of I, ISU, WIU, and SIU state colleges.
Cost: $125 per person; $500 per Foursome
Location: The Den; 3002 Fox Creek Road, Bloomington, IL
Time: Check-in at 9:30 am; Shotgun Start: 10:00 am
Watch the Latest Webinar
On Monday, March 9th, IFCA hosted a recorded webinar with Dr. John Jones of the University of Illinois to discuss key considerations for spring fertilizer planning in Illinois. Dr. Jones provided an overview of current soil conditions heading into the 2026 growing season and shared recent research on nitrogen rate decisions, phosphorus and potassium soil-test calibration updates, and sulfur management. The presentation highlighted updated MRTN nitrogen guidelines, ongoing research to refine Illinois soil fertility recommendations, and the importance of using soil testing and economic return analyses to guide nutrient management decisions for the 2026 crop.
Become a 2026 IFCA Sponsor
Interested in becoming an IFCA Sponsor in 2026? If you are already a member, sign in to your My Account page by clicking the Member Sponsorship button below. If you are not a member of IFCA, simply click on the Guest Sponsorship form button below to select and submit your desired sponsorship level.
Thank you kindly to our 2026 Member Sponsors.
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Updated May 27, 2026
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