Illinois Fertilizer & Chemical Association
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Events

Year
July 2025
24
Thursday

IFCA Golf Outing

9:30am

Looking for a great summer event for a cause? Don't miss out on the 2025 IFCA Golf for Scholarships outing! This year we are only having one outing which will be in Bloomington, IL at The Den on July 24th. This outing is a great opportunity to network with peers while supporting the next generation of agriculturalists.

Cost: $125 per person; $500 for a foursome

Location: The Den; 3002 Fox Creek Road; Bloomington, IL

Time: Check-in at 9:30 am; Shotgun Start: 10:00 am

Register for the outing

August 2025
20
Wednesday

2025 MAGIE Show

8:00am - 5:00pm

Schedule of Events

Wednesday, August 20
 
8:00 am – 5:00 pm      MAGIE Show
9:00 am – 3:00 pm      HAZWOPER Refresher Training @ MAGIE Grounds Expo A
3:45 pm – 4:30 pm      MAGIE Tailgate Party @ the MAGIE Food Tent
(Stay for Chicken Wings, Refreshments & Prizes!) Sponsored by IFCA & Agri-Cover, LLC
CropLife Iron Show Stopper Award Presentation IFCA MAGIE IMAGE Award Presentation
Illinois Custom Applicator of the Year Presentation

21
Thursday

2025 MAGIE Show

8:00am - 2:00pm

Schedule of Events

     Thursday, August 21
 
8:00 am – 2:00 pm      MAGIE Show
       9:00 am – 3:00 pm      HAZWOPER Refresher Training @ MAGIE Grounds Expo A

September 2025
04
Thursday

IFCA 4R Field Day

The 2025 IFCA 4R Field Day will be held on September 4th, 2025, at Eric Miller's Research Farm in Hammond, IL.
 
Event details to come.

08
Monday

NH3 Fall Safety School - Deer Grove

9:00am - 12:00pm

Deer Valley Banquets, 3298 Hoover Rd., Deer Grove, IL, 61243

DESIGNED FOR RETAIL AND FARMER-OWNED ANHYDROUS AMMONIA OPERATORS AND THEIR EMPLOYEES TO:
  • Train employees who handle and transport NH3
    • a review for experienced employees
    • yet basic enough for new employees
  • Provide managers an annual review of regulations and safe operations.
  • Meet government regulation training standards, and document employee training.
  • Avoid accidents and escalating insurance costs and minimize liability.
State of Illinois regulations (Illinois Admin Code Title 8, Chapter I, Part 215, Subpart A) require that any person at a commercial or non-commercial site who makes or breaks a connection on anhydrous ammonia equipment pertaining to the load & unloading as defined in the rule, or who maintains or repairs anhydrous ammonia vessels or associated equipment shall be a certified competent attendant.

Registration

Through September 8th

$75

Registration cost is per person.
This fee includes continental breakfast.

Register Today

 
THE 2024 NH3 SAFETY SCHOOLS are offered through the combined efforts of IFCA and the Illinois Department of Agriculture. IFCA and IDA prepare the content of the course and instructors cover topics and issues related to NH3 safety.
 
Anhydrous ammonia is an extremely hazardous material. Experience in Illinois has shown that NH3 can be handled and used safely. IFCA’s annual NH3 safety schools have contributed to this good safety record for over 40 years.
 
*Training is mandatory once every three years by State and Federal Law.

Download the 2025 Program Brochure to learn more about the 2025 NH3 Safety Schools....or register online now.
 

09
Tuesday

NH3 Fall Safety School - Galesburg

9:00am - 12:00pm

Knox Agricenter, 180 S. Soangetaha Rd., Galesburg, IL, 61401

DESIGNED FOR RETAIL AND FARMER-OWNED ANHYDROUS AMMONIA OPERATORS AND THEIR EMPLOYEES TO:
  • Train employees who handle and transport NH3
    • a review for experienced employees
    • yet basic enough for new employees
  • Provide managers an annual review of regulations and safe operations.
  • Meet government regulation training standards, and document employee training.
  • Avoid accidents and escalating insurance costs and minimize liability.
State of Illinois regulations (Illinois Admin Code Title 8, Chapter I, Part 215, Subpart A) require that any person at a commercial or non-commercial site who makes or breaks a connection on anhydrous ammonia equipment pertaining to the load & unloading as defined in the rule, or who maintains or repairs anhydrous ammonia vessels or associated equipment shall be a certified competent attendant.

Registration

Through September 9th

$75

Registration cost is per person.
This fee includes continental breakfast.

Register Today

 
THE 2025 NH3 SAFETY SCHOOLS are offered through the combined efforts of IFCA and the Illinois Department of Agriculture. IFCA and IDA prepare the content of the course and instructors cover topics and issues related to NH3 safety.
 
Anhydrous ammonia is an extremely hazardous material. Experience in Illinois has shown that NH3 can be handled and used safely. IFCA’s annual NH3 safety schools have contributed to this good safety record for over 40 years.
 
*Training is mandatory once every three years by State and Federal Law.

Download the 2025 Program Brochure to learn more about the 2025 NH3 Safety Schools....or register online now.
 

10
Wednesday

NH3 Fall Safety School - Chatham

9:00am - 12:00pm

Prairie View Reception Center, 8865 State Route 4, Chatham, 62629

DESIGNED FOR RETAIL AND FARMER-OWNED ANHYDROUS AMMONIA OPERATORS AND THEIR EMPLOYEES TO:
  • Train employees who handle and transport NH3
    • a review for experienced employees
    • yet basic enough for new employees
  • Provide managers an annual review of regulations and safe operations.
  • Meet government regulation training standards, and document employee training.
  • Avoid accidents and escalating insurance costs and minimize liability.
State of Illinois regulations (Illinois Admin Code Title 8, Chapter I, Part 215, Subpart A) require that any person at a commercial or non-commercial site who makes or breaks a connection on anhydrous ammonia equipment pertaining to the load & unloading as defined in the rule, or who maintains or repairs anhydrous ammonia vessels or associated equipment shall be a certified competent attendant.

Registration

Through September 10th

$75

Registration cost is per person.
This fee includes continental breakfast.

Register Today

 
THE 2025 NH3 SAFETY SCHOOLS are offered through the combined efforts of IFCA and the Illinois Department of Agriculture. IFCA and IDA prepare the content of the course and instructors cover topics and issues related to NH3 safety.
 
Anhydrous ammonia is an extremely hazardous material. Experience in Illinois has shown that NH3 can be handled and used safely. IFCA’s annual NH3 safety schools have contributed to this good safety record for over 40 years.
 
*Training is mandatory once every three years by State and Federal Law.

Download the 2025 Program Brochure to learn more about the 2025 NH3 Safety Schools....or register online now.
 

11
Thursday

NH3 Fall Safety School - Mattoon

9:00am - 12:00pm

Hilton Garden Inn, 100 Coles Centre-Pkwy, Mattoon, IL, 61938

DESIGNED FOR RETAIL AND FARMER-OWNED ANHYDROUS AMMONIA OPERATORS AND THEIR EMPLOYEES TO:
  • Train employees who handle and transport NH3
    • a review for experienced employees
    • yet basic enough for new employees
  • Provide managers an annual review of regulations and safe operations.
  • Meet government regulation training standards, and document employee training.
  • Avoid accidents and escalating insurance costs and minimize liability.
State of Illinois regulations (Illinois Admin Code Title 8, Chapter I, Part 215, Subpart A) require that any person at a commercial or non-commercial site who makes or breaks a connection on anhydrous ammonia equipment pertaining to the load & unloading as defined in the rule, or who maintains or repairs anhydrous ammonia vessels or associated equipment shall be a certified competent attendant.

Registration

Through March 4th

$75

Registration cost is per person.
This fee includes continental breakfast.

Register Today

 
THE 2025 NH3 SAFETY SCHOOLS are offered through the combined efforts of IFCA and the Illinois Department of Agriculture. IFCA and IDA prepare the content of the course and instructors cover topics and issues related to NH3 safety.
 
Anhydrous ammonia is an extremely hazardous material. Experience in Illinois has shown that NH3 can be handled and used safely. IFCA’s annual NH3 safety schools have contributed to this good safety record for over 40 years.
 
*Training is mandatory once every three years by State and Federal Law.

Download the 2025 Program Brochure to learn more about the 2025 NH3 Safety Schools....or register online now.
 

15
Monday

NH3 Fall Safety School - Bloomington

9:00am - 12:00pm

Asmark Agricenter, 10226 E 1400 North Road, Bloomington, IL, 61705

DESIGNED FOR RETAIL AND FARMER-OWNED ANHYDROUS AMMONIA OPERATORS AND THEIR EMPLOYEES TO:
  • Train employees who handle and transport NH3
    • a review for experienced employees
    • yet basic enough for new employees
  • Provide managers an annual review of regulations and safe operations.
  • Meet government regulation training standards, and document employee training.
  • Avoid accidents and escalating insurance costs and minimize liability.
State of Illinois regulations (Illinois Admin Code Title 8, Chapter I, Part 215, Subpart A) require that any person at a commercial or non-commercial site who makes or breaks a connection on anhydrous ammonia equipment pertaining to the load & unloading as defined in the rule, or who maintains or repairs anhydrous ammonia vessels or associated equipment shall be a certified competent attendant.

Registration

Through September 15th

$75

Registration cost is per person.
This fee includes continental breakfast.

Register Today

 
THE 2025 NH3 SAFETY SCHOOLS are offered through the combined efforts of IFCA and the Illinois Department of Agriculture. IFCA and IDA prepare the content of the course and instructors cover topics and issues related to NH3 safety.
 
Anhydrous ammonia is an extremely hazardous material. Experience in Illinois has shown that NH3 can be handled and used safely. IFCA’s annual NH3 safety schools have contributed to this good safety record for over 40 years.
 
*Training is mandatory once every three years by State and Federal Law.

Download the 2025 Program Brochure to learn more about the 2025 NH3 Safety Schools....or register online now.
 

October 2025
14
Tuesday

NH3 Fall Safety School - Bloomington

9:00am - 12:00pm

Asmark Agricenter, 10226 E 1400 North Road, Bloomington, IL, 61705

DESIGNED FOR RETAIL AND FARMER-OWNED ANHYDROUS AMMONIA OPERATORS AND THEIR EMPLOYEES TO:
  • Train employees who handle and transport NH3
    • a review for experienced employees
    • yet basic enough for new employees
  • Provide managers an annual review of regulations and safe operations.
  • Meet government regulation training standards, and document employee training.
  • Avoid accidents and escalating insurance costs and minimize liability.
State of Illinois regulations (Illinois Admin Code Title 8, Chapter I, Part 215, Subpart A) require that any person at a commercial or non-commercial site who makes or breaks a connection on anhydrous ammonia equipment pertaining to the load & unloading as defined in the rule, or who maintains or repairs anhydrous ammonia vessels or associated equipment shall be a certified competent attendant.

Registration

Through October 14th

$75

Registration cost is per person.
This fee includes continental breakfast.

Register Today

 
THE 2025 NH3 SAFETY SCHOOLS are offered through the combined efforts of IFCA and the Illinois Department of Agriculture. IFCA and IDA prepare the content of the course and instructors cover topics and issues related to NH3 safety.
 
Anhydrous ammonia is an extremely hazardous material. Experience in Illinois has shown that NH3 can be handled and used safely. IFCA’s annual NH3 safety schools have contributed to this good safety record for over 40 years.
 
*Training is mandatory once every three years by State and Federal Law.

Download the 2025 Program Brochure to learn more about the 2025 NH3 Safety Schools....or register online now.