IL Soybean Association Field Talk: Dave Olson Farm
As an Illinois farmer, David Olson faced rising nitrogen bills. To alleviate this issue, he began to implement legume cover crops on his farm to produce nitrogen after wheat harvest. Starting out, Olson had many questions about costs, synthetic fertilizer, yield, and return on investment. To find answers, Olson collaborated with Jim Isermann of the…
Planning for the Future of Your Farmland
On Tuesday, September 12th from 4-7pm, join Central Illinois farming families in Homer, IL for an evening full of good food, thoughtful conversation, and helpful tips and tricks for planning the future of your farmland! You’ll hear from farm families about their experiences with succession planning, learn from our guest speaker, Brooke Didier Starks, a…
Illinois Cover Crop On-Farm Network – Cover Crop Cocktails
To wrap up ICCON's summer series, Cover Crop Cocktails, the fourth session will feature Tyson Seirer from Star Seed Inc. Tyson will speak on cover crop mixes that are beneficial for wildlife and wildlife habitat. Tyson Seirer helps growers access the variety of seed resources at Star Seed Inc., including cover crops, wetland mixes, and…
Farmer-Led Learning Center at Sinsinawa: Cultivating David Brandt’s Vision
Prior to his untimely passing in May 2023, regenerative ag pioneer Dave Brandt was working to launch a farmer-led learning center. An effort is now underway to bring his vision to life at the Sinsinawa Mound Center in southwestern Wisconsin and we want you to be part of it. Presentations will be given by Jay…
A Wildly Beneficial Wetland Field Day for Hunters at Feather Prairie Farm
See how one family is using cropland tile drainage to create a wetland for hunting and dog training. Hear from experts on birds, waterfowl, and wetland management for wildlife, and watch hunting dog training demonstrations! Dinner will be included.
Planning Your Farm’s Future
Join Precision Conservation Management (PCM) field day on September 19th from 10AM-12:30PM! Join to discuss soil health, cover crop benefits, farm succession planning, and cost share opportunities. RSVP to Andrea Kuehner at (309) 319-8809 When: Tuesday, September 19th 10AM-12:30PM, doors open at 9:30 Where: Turkey Hill Grange Intersection of Rt. 15 & Green, Mount Rd,…
Conservation Stewardship Program Practices for Grazing Lands
Join Chris and Burnell Muse to learn how a small farm in Louisiana -Muse 3 Farm - has implemented several NRCS Conservation Stewardship Program practices to help fund and improve enhancements to their pastures to enrich the welfare of their soil, grazing animals and wildlife. There is so much to learn from these two knowledgeable…
Iowa Learning Farms Wednesday Webinars
9/20: Julia Brittes Tuthil, Iowa State University Using Data to Understand the Connections in the Iowa Food-Energy-Water Nexus 9/27: Daniel Kirby, Iowa Department of Natural Resources Management Practices and Techniques for Streambank Stability 10/4: Eileen Kladivko, Purdue University Drainage for the Long-Haul: Impacts on Crop Yields, Soil Health, and Water Quality 10/11: Craig Clarkson, ISG…
Iowa Learning Farms Wednesday Webinars
9/20: Julia Brittes Tuthil, Iowa State University Using Data to Understand the Connections in the Iowa Food-Energy-Water Nexus 9/27: Daniel Kirby, Iowa Department of Natural Resources Management Practices and Techniques for Streambank Stability 10/4: Eileen Kladivko, Purdue University Drainage for the Long-Haul: Impacts on Crop Yields, Soil Health, and Water Quality 10/11: Craig Clarkson, ISG…
Iowa Learning Farms Wednesday Webinars
9/20: Julia Brittes Tuthil, Iowa State University Using Data to Understand the Connections in the Iowa Food-Energy-Water Nexus 9/27: Daniel Kirby, Iowa Department of Natural Resources Management Practices and Techniques for Streambank Stability 10/4: Eileen Kladivko, Purdue University Drainage for the Long-Haul: Impacts on Crop Yields, Soil Health, and Water Quality 10/11: Craig Clarkson, ISG…
One Acre at a Time Field Day
Join Precision Conservation Management (PCM) for a field day on September 28th from 10AM-noon! Topics that will be covered include why soil health is important, drought and cover crops / no-till, carbon market FAQ's, crop insurance & cover crops, and seeding methods. Ribeye lunch provided! RSVP to Alexa Rutherford (309) 336-9779 by 09/22. Call or…
Conservation Matters: Investing in People to Improve Watersheds
VirtualPresenters: Jenny Seifert, University of Wisconsin-Madison Division of Extension; Amanda Gumbert, University of Kentucky; Catherine DeLong, Iowa State University Extension and Outreach; Craig Ficenec, Sand County Foundation. Science shows that the single greatest indicator of conservation practice adoption by farmers is sustained interaction with a conservation professional. People and relationships—human and social capital—are foundational to…