2026-07-09http://hdl.handle.net/123456789/549523Dairy in Illinois has declined in farm numbers, cows, and value of dairy product. Alternative dairy systems (intensive grazing, traditional, and a concentrated feeding system) were evaluated for their potential to sustain dairy in Illinois. The economic impact of each system on the Illinois economy was evaluated using IMPLAN.ECONOMIC IMPACTS ON THE ILLINOIS ECONOMY OF ALTERNATIVE DAIRY PRODUCTION SYSTEMSText