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Southern Illinois Beginning Forest Landowner Course
The 2024-2025 Southern Illinois Beginning Forest Landowner Course will consist of four weekend programs (Friday-Saturday) plus a few additional virtual/in-person events. Each weekend will include in-class presentation, hands-on practices, and field tours. All weekends will start at the Dixon Springs Agricultural Center (354 State Highway 145N, Simpson IL) at 9am on the Friday. Some portions of the course will require …
Read MoreEconomic Impacts of Farmland Protection in Wisconsin
Wisconsin is projected to lose over 515,200 acres of farmland by 2040, with the most conversion happening on the country’s best and most productive farmland. Agricultural conservation easements are important in protecting our state’s most vulnerable farmland while preserving farm legacy, making land more affordable for new and beginning farmers, and creating economic opportunities for Wisconsin’s rural communities. To learn …
Read MoreIllinois Cover Crop On-Farm Network Monthly Calls
VirtualISAP convenes cover crop specialists from across Illinois and the broader Midwest region for monthly discussions to explore new research, troubleshoot field conditions, and provide updates on policies and programs related to cover crops. Engaging with presentations by experts, researchers, and industry leaders, our ICCON calls provide an opportunity to share knowledge and network with a strong community of cover …
Read MoreCommon Ground: A Gathering of Land Seekers and Landowners
Riggs Beer CompanyThis year Savanna Institute (SI) will be hosting Common Ground in two locations – northern and central Illinois! Common Ground is an event for those who have pressing needs around farmland to network with farmers and landowners, learn, gather useful resources, and share encouragement with others. Whether you’re looking for land to start or expand your farm business, looking for …
Read MoreI-FARM University Learning Webinar Series: Smart Grazing: AI integration into grazing management
The I-FARM University Learning Series provides a comprehensive exploration of cutting-edge technologies and economic strategies shaping modern agriculture. Each session, led by experts in their respective fields, will offer valuable insights and practical knowledge for enhancing farm productivity and sustainability. This free series is co-sponsored by the Center for Digital Agriculture (CDA), University of Illinois Agricultural Safety & Health Program, …
Read MoreCultivating Caution: A Monthly Guide to Farm Safety and Health Webinar Series
Explore the latest research and recommendations for staying safe and healthy while working in agriculture. In the Cultivating Caution webinar series, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign experts will cover machinery safety, infectious diseases, grain hazards, tractor safety, heat illness, and mental health. The free series will offer practical tips and best practices for Illinois farmers, ranchers, and agricultural workers to protect themselves, their …
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