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Partner Spotlight: University of Illinois Extension
Partner Spotlight: University of Illinois Extension University of Illinois Extension is the flagship outreach effort of the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. As part of the Land Grant system, the University of Illinois was established to provide educational opportunities and pioneer research while putting learning and discovery into practice. UI Extension is the university’s statewide network of educators, faculty experts,...
Illinois Nutrient Research & Education Council Opens 2023 RFP
Illinois Nutrient Research & Education Council Opens 2023 RFP By: Shani Golovay | NREC Research Manager We are pleased to announce the solicitation of projects for the crop year 2023 for the Illinois Nutrient Research & Education Council (NREC). NREC’s priority is funding projects that advance the science of products and practices that increase the efficiency of nitrogen and...
The Illinois Nutrient Loss Reduction Strategy – NEW EPISODE
Tune in to Episode 46 of the Illinois Nutrient Loss Reduction Podcast – “What You Need To Know About Carbon Markets.” The episode explores carbon markets, how to find out information about them, and how to take advantage of these programs on your farm. Jack McCormack, a Randolph County producer who is participating in carbon markets shares his insights. Jean Brokish,...
ISAP Welcomes Midwest Dairy as Newest Member
ISAP Welcomes Midwest Dairy as Newest Member The Illinois Sustainable Ag Partnership brings together diverse member organizations who are working collaboratively to encourage the adoption of sustainable and profitable production practices that improve soil health and restore local waters. DEKALB, Ill. – Illinois Sustainable Ag Partnership (ISAP) is excited to welcome Midwest Dairy to the current 14-member partnership. ISAP’s continued expansion advances...
PatternAg seeks cooperators to evaluate soil microbe populations across management systems
PatternAg seeks cooperators to evaluate soil microbe populations across management systems By: Megan Baskerville | Illinois Ag Program Director, The Nature Conservancy | ISAP Chair ISAP member, The Nature Conservancy, has invested in PatternAg and other emerging technologies to scale conservation adoption. Before the 2022 planting season kicks off, PatternAg, a soil microbiome analysis company, is seeking cooperators to join...
Long-term study shows constructed wetlands provide meaningful water quality and wildlife benefits on Central IL farm
Aerial view of the Franklin Research and Demonstration Farm. The three constructed wetland complexes are visible, along with other conservation practices used on the farm (woodland savanna, prairie restoration, floodplain wetlands, grassed waterways, and buffers). Photo by Tim Lindenbaum. Long-term study shows constructed wetlands provide meaningful water quality and wildlife benefits on Central IL farm By: Adrienne Marino |...