JWCC Agricultural Education Center
37803 St. Hwy. 104
Perry, IL 62362
James L. Reed Swine Management Center
37762 380th St.
Perry, IL 62362
Send mail to:
P.O. Box 419
Perry, IL 62362
Phone: (217)236-4711
Phone: (217)641-4558
Fax: (217)236-4004
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Perry Agriculture and Swine Management Centers
The JWCC Agricultural Education Center is located on the University of Illinois Orr Agronomy Research Center on Route 104 northwest of Perry. It is also adjacent to the University of Illinois Animal Science (Beef) Research Unit. The Agricultural Education Center offers career/technical and transfer agriculture program options, while the nearby James L. Reed Swine Management Center is utilized for Ag Business, Ag Transfer and Animal Science degree students and offers a swine management degree and certificate. Both centers have been recognized nationally for high quality educational programs. The nearby University of Illinois Beef Research Unit serves as the laboratory for the JWCC Beef Specialist certificate program.
These centers have an active Agriculture Club and Agriculture Alumni Association, which allow students a superb learning, leadership and growth experience. The centers frequently serve as the site for seminars and meetings for local residents, particularly members of the agricultural community. The Agricultural Education Center is also equipped with the Interactive TV system, allowing students access to a variety of college classes originating from other sites.