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Let’s Get Nuts! Monthly Farm Tour
Savanna Institute Demonstration Farm – UrbanaThink you’ve seen it all after one farm tour? Think again! Join Savanna Institute monthly as they dive into the seasonal highlights of the Savanna Institute Illinois Demonstration Farms. Every first Saturday of the month, MJ Oviatt or Kaitie Adams will guide you on a walking tour of Savanna Institute Agroforestry Demonstration Farm (Urbana) or 4-H Memorial Camp Farm (Monticello), spotlighting certain aspects of these dynamic demonstration sites.
Read MoreIllinois Cover Crop On-Farm Network Webinar
The Illinois Cover Crop On-Farm Network (ICCON) 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 …
Read MoreIowa Learning Farms Weekly Webinar
Join Iowa Learning Farms weekly webinars on Wednesdays at 12pm CT. The webinars dive into a variety of topics each week related to conservation agriculture, improving water quality, farmer communications, nutrient management, and more.
Read MoreGrow Hazelnuts in Illinois! Harvest Demo & Market Opportunities at Fields Restored
Fields RestoredDid you know hazelnuts are a Midwest-adapted, perennial crop that provides habitat, sequesters carbon and help builds soil health all while producing a saleable crop? Join Savanna Institute for a hands-on workshop to learn about hazelnut industry opportunities in the northern Midwest. Participants will gather at Fields Restored, family-owned farm in Ogle County, IL where landowners Scott and Sandy Williams …
Read MoreIowa Learning Farms Weekly Webinar
Join Iowa Learning Farms weekly webinars on Wednesdays at 12pm CT. The webinars dive into a variety of topics each week related to conservation agriculture, improving water quality, farmer communications, nutrient management, and more.
Read MoreIowa Learning Farms Weekly Webinar
Join Iowa Learning Farms weekly webinars on Wednesdays at 12pm CT. The webinars dive into a variety of topics each week related to conservation agriculture, improving water quality, farmer communications, nutrient management, and more.
Read MoreTrees for Bucks, Birds, & Bees: Agroforestry for Conservation & Recreation
Allerton Park & Retreat CenterJoin Savanna Institute and the University of Illinois Extension for a full-day event focused on how planting trees can increase pollinators, wildlife, and opportunities for recreation on farmlands. Topics covered will include: choosing the right trees and shrubs to meet your conservation goals, current research on the benefits of adding habitat, and ways to enhance tree planting for hunting and …
Read MoreIowa Learning Farms Weekly Webinar
Join Iowa Learning Farms weekly webinars on Wednesdays at 12pm CT. The webinars dive into a variety of topics each week related to conservation agriculture, improving water quality, farmer communications, nutrient management, and more.
Read MoreWhy Bother with Windbreaks? Monthly Farm Tour
Savanna Institute Demonstration Farm – UrbanaJoin us monthly as we dive into the seasonal highlights of the Savanna Institute Illinois Demonstration Farms. Every first Saturday of the month, MJ Oviatt or Kaitie Adams will guide you on a walking tour of Savanna Institute Agroforestry Demonstration Farm (Urbana) or 4-H Memorial Camp Farm (Monticello), spotlighting certain aspects of these dynamic demonstration sites. First hour: walking tour …
Read MoreThe Hidden Costs of Extra Tillage Passes: Is it worth it?
Join Precision Conservation Management (PCM) for our comprehensive 2025 webinar series, featuring insights from leading agricultural experts. PCM Director Greg Goodwin and Operations Manager Clay Bess kick off the series in February, introducing this innovative farmer-led program that combines data analysis with technical assistance. Throughout the year, Dr. Laura Gentry of IL Corn and University of Illinois joins Professor Dr. …
Read MoreIllinois Cover Crop On-Farm Network Webinar
The Illinois Cover Crop On-Farm Network (ICCON) 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 …
Read MoreIowa Learning Farms Weekly Webinar
Join Iowa Learning Farms weekly webinars on Wednesdays at 12pm CT. The webinars dive into a variety of topics each week related to conservation agriculture, improving water quality, farmer communications, nutrient management, and more.
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