Managing Input Costs with Conservation
Jackson Ellis Community Center 500 E 2nd St, Homer, ILPrecision Conservation Management is hosting an event in Homer, IL for farmers and other agriculture professionals to hear about how conservation can be used to address high input costs. The event will be held on Tuesday, August 22nd, and the doors will open at 9:30 AM, with the presentations beginning at 10 AM. This event…
Wayne CFB Field Day
As part of their ongoing Nutrient Stewardship project, Wayne County Farm Bureau (CFB) is continuing to sponsor a Nutrient Loss Inhibitor Demonstration (NLID) plot at Fred Blessing’s farm, to demonstrate fertilizer efficiency and economics. This work takes place through an active partnership with Wabash Valley Service Company. The 2023 field day will focus on updating…
Partnerships for Climate-Smart Commodities Webinar Series
Join ISAP for the final PCSC webinar in the series! This hour-long session will feature, Savanna Institute - Expanding Agroforestry Production and Markets and Field to Market - The Climate-Smart Agriculture Innovative Finance Initiative. Both programs will include an overview of the programs and time for Q&A for each project. Each presenter will also share…
Farm Progress Show
Decatur, IL 940 N Glasgow Road, Decatur, IL, United StatesThe Farm Progress Show is the nation’s largest outdoor farm event that annually hosts over 600 exhibitors from around the world. Every year, the Farm Progress Show connects thousands of producers with companies that are pushing the boundaries of innovation in agriculture. It is the best place to see what’s next for agriculture. Come join…
High Plains Grains Field Day
The Moest family farm, located in Winslow, Illinois, is owned and operated by brothers Ben and Grant Moest. Together, they farm just under 3,000 acres of non-GMO corn, food-grade soybeans and small grains used for seed and grain. They use cover crops on most of their acres and own and operate their independent pork business,…
Illinois Organic Systems Trial’s Roots and Rotations Field Day
When: August 31 from 4:00-7:00 PM Where: 4202 S First Street Champaign IL - South of the Crop Sciences Research and Education Center at the corner of 1st and Deers Road. Registration is not required Join us for an early evening tour of the Illinois Organic Systems Trial, affiliated projects, and the Organic Nursery. Learn how…
Bureau County Soil & Water Conservation District Cover Crop Field Day
Join Bureau County SWCD to hear from cover crop specialists, financial assistance for cover crops, a farmer panel, followed by an equipment tour! Lunch will be provided by Farmer Smoked BBQ. RSVP to the SWCD office: 815-875-8732 x 3 Date / Time: Wednesday, September 6th from 9AM-1PM Location: 29053 1500 E St. Walnut, IL 61376…
Carbon, Covers, and Conservation Field Day
Join to learn how carbon markets, cover crops, and conservation practices can work together to benefit your farming operations. Date: Thursday, September 7th Time: 9AM-11AM Location: U of I Extension Office, 1650 Commerce Drive, Bourbonnais, IL 60914 See additional information in this flyer
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…