The Illinois Extension’s Summer Twilight Series continues with a unique opportunity for the community to explore a local highland cattle farm on Monday, June 22. This annual series, hosted by the Local Food Systems and Small Farms program, aims to spotlight southern Illinois agriculture by inviting residents to tour a variety of local farms and agricultural operations. The upcoming tour will be held at Edmison Acres, owned by Lindsey and Chad Edmison,
who raise both highland and highland cross cattle alongside a row-crop operation. Raising highland cattle in southern Illinois is considered rare due to the region’s extreme summer heat. During the event, the Edmison family will share their methods for managing the herd in challenging temperatures, their small-acre grazing techniques, and the marketing strategies that have contributed to their farm’s success. The free tour begins at 6 p.m. on June 22 at Edmison Acres, located at 777 County Road 1875 North in Johnsonville. The public is invited, and pre-registration is highly encouraged. To register or learn more about the 2026 Summer Twilight Series, visit go.illinois.edu/2026twilightseries or call 618-695-2441. Anyone in need of reasonable accommodation to participate is encouraged to contact Katie Bell at klbell@illinois.edu as early as possible to ensure their needs are met.