What You Need to Know to Help Farmers Do Conservation Profitably
VirtualA two-part training for conservation professionals and educators You know farmers want to learn how conservation pencils out, but do you find yourself unsure how to answer a farmer’s questions related to the costs, benefits, and return on investment (ROI)? This training will help you talk with farmers about what is known about the ways…
What You Need to Know to Help Farmers Do Conservation Profitably
VirtualA two-part training for conservation professionals and educators You know farmers want to learn how conservation pencils out, but do you find yourself unsure how to answer a farmer’s questions related to the costs, benefits, and return on investment (ROI)? This training will help you talk with farmers about what is known about the ways…
Financial Impacts of Conservation Practices Virtual Trainings
VirtualThese trainings – one for conservation educators and another for farm finance educators – will help participants feel more knowledgeable and confident in supporting farmers’ decisions about cover crops, conservation tillage, and/or managed grazing. This training is for Conservation professionals/educators who help farmers implement conservation practices, including from Extension, county or state government, Soil and…
Fields of Potential: Utilizing Cover Crops for Sustainable Agriculture
Discover the untapped benefits of cover crops for your fields at this event on Thursday, July 13 from 5 - 7 pm in Woodhull, Ill. Learn about cover crop mixes to consider depending on your goals. Hear about different application and termination methods to consider for your operation's unique needs. Connect with like-minded farmers at…
Partnerships for Climate-Smart Commodities Webinar Series
ISAP is excited to announce our upcoming Partners for Climate Smart Commodities webinar series, beginning Friday, July 14th at 8am CT. Read more about the presenters and their programs below. Kicking off the series, Sam Field and Brogan Schanz will be speaking on the Midwest Climate-Smart Commodity Program. This project will build markets and provide…
SIU/NREC/ILFB/ISA Summer Field Day
Come join the Agronomy Team from the Illinois Soybean Association who will provide updates on the research investments being made through the soybean checkoff. Lots of new information to share! Transportation to field locations provided / lunch provided Speakers: Dr. Jon Schoonover – “WASCoBs – Their impact on water quality, legacy P and sediment" Dr.…
AISWCD 75th Annual Conference
Join the Association of Illinois Soil and Water Conservation Districts for the 75th Annual Meeting and Summer Training conference at the Crowne Plaza Hotel and Conference Center in Springfield, Illinois from July 16 to July 18, 2023. Over the course of the three day event, we will have the opportunity to learn from and engage…
Silvopasture & Riparian Buffer Farm Walk at Fields Restored
Fields Restored 2961 Harmony Road, OregonJoin Savanna Institute for a walking tour of the Fields Restored Demonstration Farm. We’ll explore the benefits of incorporating trees into working farmlands to support water quality, carbon sequestration, soil health, and wildlife habitat. There will be plenty of time to ask questions and connect with Agroforestry Technical Service Providers. This tour will feature cattle…
Managing Cover Crops for Cash Crops Field Day
Field Day 3504 Prairietown Road, Bunker Hill, IL, United StatesThis field day hosted by NRCS and American Farmland Trust will look at and compare field practices between different management techniques including temperature, soil moisture retention, water infiltration, soil microbial activity, and cover crop mineralization to feed the cash crops. Donuts and coffee will be served at 7:30AM. Free admission and free lunch! For additional…
Partnerships for Climate-Smart Commodities Webinar Series
ISAP is excited to announce the second webinar in the Partners for Climate Smart Commodities webinar series, that will take place on July 28th at 8AM CT. The series will feature the Farmers for Soil Health Climate-Smart Commodities Partnership presented by Greg Goodwin. The second half of the session will feature The Climate-Smart Agriculture Innovative…
Watch UFC 291 Live Streaming-Free
UFC 291: Poirier vs Gaethje is taking place at the Delta Center in Salt Lake City, Utah on Saturday July 29, with the main card starting at 03:00 BST on Sunday morning. How To Watch The UFC Live Stream With Stake. UFC 291: Poirier vs Gaethje is taking place in Salt Lake City on Saturday,…
Family Farmapalooza
Get ready for a fun-filled day at our family farm event! Join us on Sat Jul 29 2023 at 2:00 PM for a cost free, day of adventure and learning at 10929 300th Street W, Illinois City, IL 61259. Explore beautiful Gorham Family Farms, situated on the bluffs of the Mississippi River. Have fun with your…