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SUMMARY:Iowa Learning Farms Weekly Webinar
DESCRIPTION: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.
URL:https://ilsustainableag.org/event/iowa-learning-farms-weekly-webinar/2026-04-29/
CATEGORIES:all events,online/virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260504T110000
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SUMMARY:Build Farmer Networks for Conservation
DESCRIPTION:This train-the-trainer workshop is for conservation and watershed professionals who want to increase farmer participation in conservation-related networks and initiatives. You will learn how to deliver a training for farmers called Skills for Building Farmer Networks for Conservation. The workshop will not only increase your capacity and confidence to cultivate farmer leadership in conservation\, but also connect you with peers from across the region who share your passion for supporting farmer-led conservation.
URL:https://ilsustainableag.org/event/build-farmer-networks-for-conservation/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:all events,online/virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260506T083000
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SUMMARY:Modern Approaches to Conservation Drainage Design
DESCRIPTION:Strengthen your skills in delivering effective\, field‑ready conservation drainage solutions. \n\n\n\n\nThis fast-paced Modern Approaches to Conservation Drainage Design technical training is designed to provide professional engineers\, surveyors\, drainage officials\, and contractors with practical guidance on siting and designing key edge‑of‑field water quality practices including drainage water management\, saturated buffers\, and denitrifying bioreactors. \nA certificate of attendance will be issued to all registered participants. Professional Engineers may use this certificate toward their continuing education requirements\, subject to their state licensing board’s guidelines. \nSponsors include the Illinois Sustainable Ag Partnership\, Agricultural Drainage Management Coalition\, and The Nature Conservancy. \n\nDay One (May 6th\, 8:30AM to 5:00 PM) focuses on how different practices function within modern drainage systems and introduces the core design principles behind each practice\, enabling attendees to better collaborate with partners\, review plans\, guide landowners\, and support project implementation. (Breakfast and lunch provided.)\nDay Two (May 7th\, 8:00 AM to 11:30 AM) provides an overview of the NRCS Technical Service Provider (TSP) certification process. Attendees will learn what’s required for TSP certification and how to navigate the process successfully. (Breakfast provided.)
URL:https://ilsustainableag.org/event/modern-approaches-to-conservation-drainage-design/
LOCATION:Danville Country Club\, 2718 Denmark Road\, Danville\, IL\, 61834
CATEGORIES:all events,in-person,training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260506T120000
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SUMMARY:Iowa Learning Farms Weekly Webinar
DESCRIPTION: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.
URL:https://ilsustainableag.org/event/iowa-learning-farms-weekly-webinar/2026-05-06/
CATEGORIES:all events,online/virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260513T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260513T100000
DTSTAMP:20250903T192803Z
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SUMMARY:Illinois Conservation On-Farm Network Webinar
DESCRIPTION:The Illinois Conservation On-Farm Network (ICON) convenes agriculture 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 conservation agriculture. Engaging with presentations by experts\, researchers\, and industry leaders\, our ICON calls provide an opportunity to share knowledge and network with a strong community of conservation ag enthusiasts.
URL:https://ilsustainableag.org/event/illinois-cover-crop-on-farm-network-webinar-3/2026-05-13/
CATEGORIES:all events,ICCON,online/virtual
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ORGANIZER;CN="ISAP":MAILTO:ilsustainableag@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260513T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260513T120000
DTSTAMP:20260428T144552Z
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SUMMARY:Farmer Advisor Roadmap
DESCRIPTION:Join a free 1-hour webinar to learn more about an exciting new industry roadmap designed to help strengthen and scale the role of farmer advisors in advancing regenerative agriculture. Experts from across the ag sector came together over the course of a year to develop a clear framework for aligning public and private efforts\, guiding smarter investments\, and coordinating action for improved economic and environmental outcomes. \n  \nDuring the Zoom webinar\, hosted by The Nature Conservancy\, several experts from collaborating organizations will explore findings\, recommendations\, and opportunities to engage in this ongoing effort. Participants will have an opportunity to ask questions. For those who cannot attend in real time\, please register\, and we will send you a link to the webinar recording.
URL:https://ilsustainableag.org/event/farmer-advisor-roadmap/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:all events,online/virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260513T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260513T130000
DTSTAMP:20250509T190559Z
CREATED:20250509T190441Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250509T190559Z
UID:10003624-1778673600-1778677200@ilsustainableag.org
SUMMARY:Iowa Learning Farms Weekly Webinar
DESCRIPTION: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.
URL:https://ilsustainableag.org/event/iowa-learning-farms-weekly-webinar/2026-05-13/
CATEGORIES:all events,online/virtual
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260519T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260519T123000
DTSTAMP:20250820T162329Z
CREATED:20250820T162131Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250820T162329Z
UID:10003749-1779190200-1779193800@ilsustainableag.org
SUMMARY:Life Hacks Over Lunch: A Meet-up Series for Watershed Professionals
DESCRIPTION:This free\, virtual meet-up series is a peer-learning opportunity for watershed professionals to share ideas and advice for solving real-life challenges of watershed projects. \nIf you work with farmers and communities on watershed-scale projects to improve water quality and have ever found yourself thinking\, “I don’t want to recreate the wheel\,” this meet-up series is for you. Join us for these informal gatherings of peers who share a passion for watershed work – and bring your lunch! Registration required.
URL:https://ilsustainableag.org/event/life-hacks-over-lunch-a-meet-up-series-for-watershed-professionals/2026-05-19/
CATEGORIES:all events,online/virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260520T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260520T090000
DTSTAMP:20260213T180848Z
CREATED:20260213T180848Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260213T180848Z
UID:10003864-1779264000-1779267600@ilsustainableag.org
SUMMARY:Virtual Cover Crop Chats
DESCRIPTION:An informal space to exchange cover crop ideas and troubleshoot challenges with fellow farmers.
URL:https://ilsustainableag.org/event/virtual-cover-crop-chats/2026-05-20/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:all events,online/virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260520T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260520T130000
DTSTAMP:20250509T190559Z
CREATED:20250509T190441Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250509T190559Z
UID:10003625-1779278400-1779282000@ilsustainableag.org
SUMMARY:Iowa Learning Farms Weekly Webinar
DESCRIPTION: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.
URL:https://ilsustainableag.org/event/iowa-learning-farms-weekly-webinar/2026-05-20/
CATEGORIES:all events,online/virtual
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260526T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260526T140000
DTSTAMP:20260512T191929Z
CREATED:20260512T191929Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260512T191929Z
UID:10003993-1779800400-1779804000@ilsustainableag.org
SUMMARY:Creating Successful Water Quality Programs and Policies
DESCRIPTION:Gain insight into what makes water quality programs and policies sustainable to better address nonpoint agricultural nutrient pollution. \nThe fifth session of the 2026 season of the Soil and Water Conservation Society’s (SWCS) webinar series “Conservation Voices: Strategies for Conservation Professionals Shaping the Future.” \nResearch shows that agency staff play a critical role in turning water quality policy into effective programs and practices. In this webinar\, Bonnie Keeler (Water Resources Center\, University of Minnesota) shares key insights from interviews with agency staff who helped implement six nutrient reduction programs in Minnesota\, Wisconsin\, and Illinois. \nDrawing on her and her colleagues’ research\, published in the Journal of Soil and Water Conservation\, Keeler highlights what agency staff had to say about the partnerships\, tools\, strategies\, and community buy-in it took to put policy design into practice and how their programs might be adapted for use in other US states. \nAttendees will gain insight into what makes water quality programs and policies sustainable so that states can better address nonpoint agricultural nutrient pollution.
URL:https://ilsustainableag.org/event/creating-successful-water-quality-programs-and-policies/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:all events,online/virtual
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260527T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260527T130000
DTSTAMP:20250509T190559Z
CREATED:20250509T190441Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250509T190559Z
UID:10003626-1779883200-1779886800@ilsustainableag.org
SUMMARY:Iowa Learning Farms Weekly Webinar
DESCRIPTION: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.
URL:https://ilsustainableag.org/event/iowa-learning-farms-weekly-webinar/2026-05-27/
CATEGORIES:all events,online/virtual
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260528T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260528T130000
DTSTAMP:20260508T160311Z
CREATED:20260508T160311Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260508T160311Z
UID:10003917-1779967800-1779973200@ilsustainableag.org
SUMMARY:Do More With Your Farmland! How to Work with Your Farmer for Productive Soil\, Conservation\, and a Wider Legacy
DESCRIPTION:Taking care of farmland you don’t farm yourself can be challenging\, especially if you live far away. But where there is a will (and some helpful information) there is a way! Unlock the full potential of your farmland with Illinois FarmLink’s five-part lunchtime webinar series – Do More With Your Farmland.\nThursdays 11:30-1:00 pm\nMay 28\, June 4\, June 11\, June 18\, June 25\n$10 per webinar\nRegister for the full series today to learn how you can grow the long-term productivity and profitability of your farmland while also feeling good about your legacy\, the land’s health\, and the wider community impact.\nSome of the topics that will be covered include: understanding the potential of your farmland\, working productively with family\, finding the right farmer\, testing for soil health\, setting lease rates\, and many more.\nYou’ll hear from experts across the Midwest including Land Stewardship Project\, Progressive Agronomy\, Full Circle Designs LLC.\, CommonGround\, Farm Commons\, Peoples Company\, and more! Several landowners like yourself and the tenant-farmers they’re working with will share their stories and lessons learned.\nWhy not make this the year that you and your family begin doing more with your farmland? Learn more and register today!\nIllinois FarmLink is a program of The Land Connection.
URL:https://ilsustainableag.org/event/do-more-with-your-farmland-how-to-work-with-your-farmer-for-productive-soil-conservation-and-a-wider-legacy/2026-05-28/
CATEGORIES:all events,online/virtual
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ilsustainableag.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/Land-Owner-Newsletter-Graphic.png
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260528T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260528T130000
DTSTAMP:20260512T132746Z
CREATED:20260512T132746Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260512T132746Z
UID:10003974-1779967800-1779973200@ilsustainableag.org
SUMMARY:Do More With Your Farmland! The Stewardship Roadmap\, Knowing Your Values\, and Getting Aligned
DESCRIPTION:From Illinois FarmLink’s Nathan Aaberg you’ll learn the step-by-step process that will enable you to do more with your family’s farmland. With help from the Land Stewardship Project\, you’ll also take the first step by identifying your own farmland stewardship values and understanding options for talking with other decision-makers in your family. A farmland owner and his family’s farmer-partner will share their lessons from their evolving collaboration in Jo Daviess County.
URL:https://ilsustainableag.org/event/do-more-with-your-farmland-the-stewardship-roadmap-knowing-your-values-and-getting-aligned/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:all events,online/virtual
ORGANIZER;CN="The Land Connection":MAILTO:info@thelandconnection.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260529T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260529T150000
DTSTAMP:20260421T152406Z
CREATED:20260421T152406Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260421T152406Z
UID:10003911-1780048800-1780066800@ilsustainableag.org
SUMMARY:Rooted in Community: Learning Circle for Farmers and Landowners
DESCRIPTION:American Farmland Trust and Fresher Together invite you to join us for a full day learning circle to gather in community with farmers and landowners for discussions on farm viability\, soil health\, food systems\, business and social challenges\, and farmer wellness. Danie and Fresh Roberson own and operate Fresher Together\, a diversified vegetable and grains operation with an inspiring land access and farm beginnings journey. While they host this learning circle on their farm\, we will learn about strategies that have been successful in building their business along with an optional farm tour. This event is great for new and beginning farmers regardless of age and experience level.
URL:https://ilsustainableag.org/event/rooted-in-community-learning-circle-for-farmers-and-landowners/
LOCATION:Fresher Together
CATEGORIES:all events,in-person,Learning circle
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260602
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260605
DTSTAMP:20260429T131112Z
CREATED:20260429T131112Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260429T131112Z
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SUMMARY:Conservation Drainage Network Annual Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Meeting Objectives\n\nAdvance Conservation Drainage Adoption\nStrengthen Collaboration Across the Drainage Community\nIdentify Research Priorities and Knowledge Gaps\nShowcase Innovations in Drainage Technology and Management\nSupport Nutrient Loss Reduction and Water Quality Goals\nInform Policy\, Funding\, and Implementation Pathways
URL:https://ilsustainableag.org/event/conservation-drainage-network-annual-meeting/
LOCATION:Marriott East Lansing\, 300 M.A.C. Avenue\, East Lansing\, MI\, 48823
CATEGORIES:all events,conference
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260603T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260603T160000
DTSTAMP:20260512T141659Z
CREATED:20260512T141659Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260512T141659Z
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SUMMARY:Women and the Land Spotlight on Conservation
DESCRIPTION:This program will focus on how good conservation practices benefit the environment and improve the value of your farming operation. Join us for an educational day learning about conservation practices to keep nutrients on your farm and the cost-sharing opportunities available in your area. Farm financial documents can be used as a decision-making tool when considering various management opportunities. Attendees will learn how to conduct a basic financial analysis using a few simple documents from your farm.  \nEvent details:\nDate: June 3\, 2026\nTime: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM\nLocation: University of Illinois Extension\n321 2nd Ave W\, Milan\, IL 61264 \n Topics will include: \nOverview of the Nutrient Loss Reduction Strategy\nConservation practices that can save your nutrients\nA walk-through of applying for cost-share programs\nThe cost of conservation\nLunch provided\nUsing farm financial documents to make tough decisions (Materials approved by Annie’s Project)\nIllinois Extension and Illinois Sustainable Ag Partnership resources\nOptional Farm Tour 2:00 PM -4:00 PM
URL:https://ilsustainableag.org/event/women-and-the-land-spotlight-on-conservation-2/
CATEGORIES:all events,in-person
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260603T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260603T130000
DTSTAMP:20250509T190559Z
CREATED:20250509T190441Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250509T190559Z
UID:10003627-1780488000-1780491600@ilsustainableag.org
SUMMARY:Iowa Learning Farms Weekly Webinar
DESCRIPTION: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.
URL:https://ilsustainableag.org/event/iowa-learning-farms-weekly-webinar/2026-06-03/
CATEGORIES:all events,online/virtual
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260604T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260604T130000
DTSTAMP:20260508T160311Z
CREATED:20260508T160311Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260508T160311Z
UID:10003918-1780572600-1780578000@ilsustainableag.org
SUMMARY:Do More With Your Farmland! How to Work with Your Farmer for Productive Soil\, Conservation\, and a Wider Legacy
DESCRIPTION:Taking care of farmland you don’t farm yourself can be challenging\, especially if you live far away. But where there is a will (and some helpful information) there is a way! Unlock the full potential of your farmland with Illinois FarmLink’s five-part lunchtime webinar series – Do More With Your Farmland.\nThursdays 11:30-1:00 pm\nMay 28\, June 4\, June 11\, June 18\, June 25\n$10 per webinar\nRegister for the full series today to learn how you can grow the long-term productivity and profitability of your farmland while also feeling good about your legacy\, the land’s health\, and the wider community impact.\nSome of the topics that will be covered include: understanding the potential of your farmland\, working productively with family\, finding the right farmer\, testing for soil health\, setting lease rates\, and many more.\nYou’ll hear from experts across the Midwest including Land Stewardship Project\, Progressive Agronomy\, Full Circle Designs LLC.\, CommonGround\, Farm Commons\, Peoples Company\, and more! Several landowners like yourself and the tenant-farmers they’re working with will share their stories and lessons learned.\nWhy not make this the year that you and your family begin doing more with your farmland? Learn more and register today!\nIllinois FarmLink is a program of The Land Connection.
URL:https://ilsustainableag.org/event/do-more-with-your-farmland-how-to-work-with-your-farmer-for-productive-soil-conservation-and-a-wider-legacy/2026-06-04/
CATEGORIES:all events,online/virtual
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ilsustainableag.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/Land-Owner-Newsletter-Graphic.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260604T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260604T130000
DTSTAMP:20260512T132957Z
CREATED:20260512T132957Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260512T132957Z
UID:10003975-1780572600-1780578000@ilsustainableag.org
SUMMARY:Do More With Your Farmland! Farmland Basics\, Your Land's Ecology\, and Soil Health
DESCRIPTION:Spring Duffey\, Executive Director of the McHenry County Soil & Water Conservation District\, will help you understand your farmland and its infrastructure as well as the agencies that can help you with your land. Ed Collins\, former director of natural resources at the McHenry County Conservation District\, will share how you can deeply understand your property’s history and improve its habitat. David Kleinschmidt of Progressive Agronomy will explain the power and benefits of soil biology across all farming types.
URL:https://ilsustainableag.org/event/do-more-with-your-farmland-farmland-basics-your-lands-ecology-and-soil-health/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:all events,online/virtual
ORGANIZER;CN="The Land Connection":MAILTO:info@thelandconnection.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260609T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260609T100000
DTSTAMP:20260512T134639Z
CREATED:20260512T134639Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260512T134639Z
UID:10003977-1780995600-1780999200@ilsustainableag.org
SUMMARY:Post-Legislative Session Policy Round-Up: What’s New in Conservation Ag Policy?
DESCRIPTION:Join the Illinois Sustainable Ag Partnership’s Policy Committee on June 9th for a “Policy Round-Up” and learn what’s new in Illinois conservation ag policy. The webinar will include updates from individual ISAP members with post-legislative session updates.
URL:https://ilsustainableag.org/event/post-legislative-session-policy-round-up-whats-new-in-conservation-ag-policy/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:all events,online/virtual
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260610T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260610T100000
DTSTAMP:20250903T192803Z
CREATED:20250310T214038Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250903T192803Z
UID:10003464-1781082000-1781085600@ilsustainableag.org
SUMMARY:Illinois Conservation On-Farm Network Webinar
DESCRIPTION:The Illinois Conservation On-Farm Network (ICON) convenes agriculture 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 conservation agriculture. Engaging with presentations by experts\, researchers\, and industry leaders\, our ICON calls provide an opportunity to share knowledge and network with a strong community of conservation ag enthusiasts.
URL:https://ilsustainableag.org/event/illinois-cover-crop-on-farm-network-webinar-3/2026-06-10/
CATEGORIES:all events,ICCON,online/virtual
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ORGANIZER;CN="ISAP":MAILTO:ilsustainableag@gmail.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260610T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260610T130000
DTSTAMP:20250509T190559Z
CREATED:20250509T190441Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250509T190559Z
UID:10003628-1781092800-1781096400@ilsustainableag.org
SUMMARY:Iowa Learning Farms Weekly Webinar
DESCRIPTION: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.
URL:https://ilsustainableag.org/event/iowa-learning-farms-weekly-webinar/2026-06-10/
CATEGORIES:all events,online/virtual
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260611T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260611T120000
DTSTAMP:20260513T150440Z
CREATED:20260513T150440Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260513T150440Z
UID:10003994-1781175600-1781179200@ilsustainableag.org
SUMMARY:Practices That Pay: What 11 Years of Data Reveals About Tillage\, Nitrogen Management\, and Cover Crops
DESCRIPTION:What separates the most profitable corn and soybean fields from the rest? After 11 years of field data from hundreds of thousands of Illinois acres\, PCM has some clear answers. \nJoin Dr. Laura Gentry for a look at what PCM data shows regarding tillage systems\, nitrogen management\, and cover crop adoption analyzed for both environmental and economic impact. This webinar will cover: \n– Which tillage practices are returning the most to operators and landowners\n– Where the most profitable fields land on nitrogen rates (and how that compares to what most farmers are applying)\n– What cover crop data shows about profitability when incentive payments are factored in
URL:https://ilsustainableag.org/event/practices-that-pay-what-11-years-of-data-reveals-about-tillage-nitrogen-management-and-cover-crops/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:all events,online/virtual
ORGANIZER;CN="Precision Conservation Management":MAILTO:lbrown@precisionconservation.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260611T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260611T130000
DTSTAMP:20260508T160311Z
CREATED:20260508T160311Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260508T160311Z
UID:10003919-1781177400-1781182800@ilsustainableag.org
SUMMARY:Do More With Your Farmland! How to Work with Your Farmer for Productive Soil\, Conservation\, and a Wider Legacy
DESCRIPTION:Taking care of farmland you don’t farm yourself can be challenging\, especially if you live far away. But where there is a will (and some helpful information) there is a way! Unlock the full potential of your farmland with Illinois FarmLink’s five-part lunchtime webinar series – Do More With Your Farmland.\nThursdays 11:30-1:00 pm\nMay 28\, June 4\, June 11\, June 18\, June 25\n$10 per webinar\nRegister for the full series today to learn how you can grow the long-term productivity and profitability of your farmland while also feeling good about your legacy\, the land’s health\, and the wider community impact.\nSome of the topics that will be covered include: understanding the potential of your farmland\, working productively with family\, finding the right farmer\, testing for soil health\, setting lease rates\, and many more.\nYou’ll hear from experts across the Midwest including Land Stewardship Project\, Progressive Agronomy\, Full Circle Designs LLC.\, CommonGround\, Farm Commons\, Peoples Company\, and more! Several landowners like yourself and the tenant-farmers they’re working with will share their stories and lessons learned.\nWhy not make this the year that you and your family begin doing more with your farmland? Learn more and register today!\nIllinois FarmLink is a program of The Land Connection.
URL:https://ilsustainableag.org/event/do-more-with-your-farmland-how-to-work-with-your-farmer-for-productive-soil-conservation-and-a-wider-legacy/2026-06-11/
CATEGORIES:all events,online/virtual
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ilsustainableag.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/Land-Owner-Newsletter-Graphic.png
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260616T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260616T123000
DTSTAMP:20250820T162329Z
CREATED:20250820T162131Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250820T162329Z
UID:10003750-1781609400-1781613000@ilsustainableag.org
SUMMARY:Life Hacks Over Lunch: A Meet-up Series for Watershed Professionals
DESCRIPTION:This free\, virtual meet-up series is a peer-learning opportunity for watershed professionals to share ideas and advice for solving real-life challenges of watershed projects. \nIf you work with farmers and communities on watershed-scale projects to improve water quality and have ever found yourself thinking\, “I don’t want to recreate the wheel\,” this meet-up series is for you. Join us for these informal gatherings of peers who share a passion for watershed work – and bring your lunch! Registration required.
URL:https://ilsustainableag.org/event/life-hacks-over-lunch-a-meet-up-series-for-watershed-professionals/2026-06-16/
CATEGORIES:all events,online/virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260617T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260617T090000
DTSTAMP:20260213T180848Z
CREATED:20260213T180848Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260213T180848Z
UID:10003865-1781683200-1781686800@ilsustainableag.org
SUMMARY:Virtual Cover Crop Chats
DESCRIPTION:An informal space to exchange cover crop ideas and troubleshoot challenges with fellow farmers.
URL:https://ilsustainableag.org/event/virtual-cover-crop-chats/2026-06-17/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:all events,online/virtual
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260617T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260617T130000
DTSTAMP:20250509T190559Z
CREATED:20250509T190441Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250509T190559Z
UID:10003629-1781697600-1781701200@ilsustainableag.org
SUMMARY:Iowa Learning Farms Weekly Webinar
DESCRIPTION: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.
URL:https://ilsustainableag.org/event/iowa-learning-farms-weekly-webinar/2026-06-17/
CATEGORIES:all events,online/virtual
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260618T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260618T130000
DTSTAMP:20260508T160311Z
CREATED:20260508T160311Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260508T160311Z
UID:10003920-1781782200-1781787600@ilsustainableag.org
SUMMARY:Do More With Your Farmland! How to Work with Your Farmer for Productive Soil\, Conservation\, and a Wider Legacy
DESCRIPTION:Taking care of farmland you don’t farm yourself can be challenging\, especially if you live far away. But where there is a will (and some helpful information) there is a way! Unlock the full potential of your farmland with Illinois FarmLink’s five-part lunchtime webinar series – Do More With Your Farmland.\nThursdays 11:30-1:00 pm\nMay 28\, June 4\, June 11\, June 18\, June 25\n$10 per webinar\nRegister for the full series today to learn how you can grow the long-term productivity and profitability of your farmland while also feeling good about your legacy\, the land’s health\, and the wider community impact.\nSome of the topics that will be covered include: understanding the potential of your farmland\, working productively with family\, finding the right farmer\, testing for soil health\, setting lease rates\, and many more.\nYou’ll hear from experts across the Midwest including Land Stewardship Project\, Progressive Agronomy\, Full Circle Designs LLC.\, CommonGround\, Farm Commons\, Peoples Company\, and more! Several landowners like yourself and the tenant-farmers they’re working with will share their stories and lessons learned.\nWhy not make this the year that you and your family begin doing more with your farmland? Learn more and register today!\nIllinois FarmLink is a program of The Land Connection.
URL:https://ilsustainableag.org/event/do-more-with-your-farmland-how-to-work-with-your-farmer-for-productive-soil-conservation-and-a-wider-legacy/2026-06-18/
CATEGORIES:all events,online/virtual
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ilsustainableag.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/Land-Owner-Newsletter-Graphic.png
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260618T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260618T130000
DTSTAMP:20260512T133154Z
CREATED:20260512T133154Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260512T133154Z
UID:10003976-1781782200-1781787600@ilsustainableag.org
SUMMARY:Do More With Your Farmland! Creating a Good Lease\, Lease Rates\, and Soil Testing for Soil Health
DESCRIPTION:Once you have the right farmer\, it’s time to work out a good arrangement with them. Rachel Armstrong of Farm Commons will provide an overview of how leases work and how to use the lease negotiation process to build a good relationship. Silas Brewster of CommonGround will explain the basics of setting lease rates. David Kleinschmidt of Progressive Agronomy will explain how to use new types of soil testing to tell whether the farming being done is meeting your soil health goals.
URL:https://ilsustainableag.org/event/do-more-with-your-farmland-creating-a-good-lease-lease-rates-and-soil-testing-for-soil-health/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:all events,online/virtual
ORGANIZER;CN="The Land Connection":MAILTO:info@thelandconnection.org
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