Illinois Producer to Share Experience With Virtual Fence at Upcoming Conference
The Illinois Grazing Lands Coalition (ILGLC) is excited to add Greg Thoren, a regenerative livestock producer in northern Illinois, as a key speaker at their upcoming Grazing Conference. Thoren’s experience using virtual fence and grazing cover crops offers a unique perspective on how producers can optimize grazing strategies and improve profitability.
"We’re thrilled to have Greg share his hands-on knowledge of grazing systems," said Logan Karcher, ILGLC Director of Producer Programs. "His insights into integrating livestock with cover crops and leveraging new technologies like virtual fence will be incredibly valuable for farmers looking to boost efficiency and profitability."
Utilizing Gallagher neck bands, Greg creates grazing paddocks through a mobile app, allowing for precise cattle movements. While he keeps poly wire fencing as a backup, the virtual fencing system has significantly streamlined his workflow.
“It’s been a game-changer,” Greg shared. “The time I spend moving cattle has been cut in half. It’s an investment upfront, but when you factor in the labor savings, it pays for itself.”
Greg is just one of many speakers producers can hear from at the upcoming Grazing Conference. The speaker lineup includes producer and industry experts alike including Brian Dougherty and Luke Jones of Understanding Ag. Registration is open through February 28th.
About the Conference
The ILGLC conference is designed for livestock producers across Illinois who want to explore innovative techniques to maximize profitability. In addition to Greg’s session, the conference will feature producer panels, networking opportunities, and insights from experts and organizations focused on farm success.
Event Details
Date: March 11-12, 2025
Location: Northfield Inn, Suites & Conference Center, 3280 Northfield Drive Springfield, IL
Registration: https://www.ilgrazinglands.org/events/annual-grazing-conference-2025
By offering diverse perspectives from practitioners like Greg Thoren, ILGLC aims to equip attendees with actionable insights they can implement back on their own farms. Whether you’re new to regenerative agriculture or an experienced grazier, you won’t want to miss this opportunity to learn from one of Illinois’ forward-thinking producers.
For more details on the event or to register, visit www.ilgrazinglands.org. Questions? Contact Logan Karcher at logan@ilgrazinglands.org