This document, which is intended as a guide for work force preparation program providers, details the Illinois occupational skill standards for programs preparing students for employment in occupations in the row crop production cluster. The document begins with a brief overview of the Illinois perspective on occupational skill standards and credentialing, the process used to develop the skill standards, and assumptions underlying the standards. Presented next are skill standards for 36 tasks typically performed by workers involved in row crop production. Each skill standard statement contains the following components: (1) the actual skill standard (including the conditions of performance, work to be performed, and performance criteria); (2) performance elements and assessment criteria; and (3) a recommended assessment and credentialing approach. The following are among the tasks for which skill standards are provided: follow accident/emergency procedures; operate equipment; repair equipment in the field; handle, plan, and produce crops; and manage crop production. The following items are appended: list of standard tool box components; glossary; lists of Illinois Occupational Skill Standards and Credentialing Council, Agriculture and Natural Resources Subcouncil, and Row Crop Production Cluster Standards Development Committee members; Agriculture and Natural Resources Subcouncil Row Crop Production cluster skill standards recognition proposal; and list of necessary workplace skills. (MN)