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SUMMARY:Building Better Drainage Systems: Lessons Learned and Opportunities Ahead
DESCRIPTION:Hear from experienced drainage contractors on how they fulfill specific water management roles. \n\n Unique approaches to field drainage and district-led improvements\nIncorporating scaled edge-of-field practices\nUtilizing subirrigation and research partnerships
URL:https://ilsustainableag.org/event/building-better-drainage-systems-lessons-learned-and-opportunities-ahead/
LOCATION:Virtual
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260127
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SUMMARY:Soybean Summit 2026
DESCRIPTION:Take advantage of this two-day\, in-person event for actionable and practical production insights that will help maximize your return on investment\, introduce you to global and domestic market opportunities\, and engage your input on sound policies designed to protect your freedom to farm. Learn about the latest in agronomic practices\, market outlooks and regulatory updates at the 2026 Soybean Summit.
URL:https://ilsustainableag.org/event/soybean-summit-2026/
LOCATION:I Hotel and Conference Center\, 1900 S 1st St.\, Champaign\, 61820
CATEGORIES:all events,in-person
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SUMMARY:2026 Illinois Soybean Association Summit
DESCRIPTION:We’re all connected and working hard to drive profitable production and sustainable solutions. Learn about the latest in agronomic practices\, market outlooks and regulatory updates at Soybean Summit 2026. \nTake advantage of this two-day\, in-person event for actionable and practical production insights that will help maximize your return on investment\, introduce you to global and domestic market opportunities and engage your input on sound policies designed to protect your freedom to farm.
URL:https://ilsustainableag.org/event/2026-illinois-soybean-association-summit/
LOCATION:I Hotel and Conference Center\, 1900 S 1st St.\, Champaign\, 61820
CATEGORIES:all events,conference,in-person
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260127T130000
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SUMMARY:Driving the Business of Conservation with Ag Retailers
DESCRIPTION:Ag retailers hold tremendous influence through their role in guiding farmers’ purchasing decisions and providing agronomic advice. Increasingly\, evidence shows a strong business case for ag retailers to promote conservation practices and sustainability as part of their agronomic services. Across the agricultural landscape\, innovative business models and partnerships are emerging to advance these goals. \nTogether\, these initiatives represent a growing movement to align agricultural profitability with environmental stewardship. They reflect a growing recognition of the role that sector can play in addressing natural resource concerns while supporting economic viability for farmers. \nDuring this webinar\, attendees will learn about the different business models being used to engage private-sector agronomists in conservation\, gain insight into the sector’s perspectives on their role in scaling efforts\, and leave with practical ways to collaborate with this influential group in their own areas.
URL:https://ilsustainableag.org/event/driving-the-business-of-conservation-with-ag-retailers/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:all events,online/virtual
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260128
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260131
DTSTAMP:20251211T154407Z
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SUMMARY:Everything Local Conference
DESCRIPTION:Bringing together more people than ever from across Illinois’ local food\, specialty crop\, and farmers market supply chains. Aside from networking opportunities and an expansive tradeshow\, you’ll have the chance to hear from leaders invested in the specialty and local food markets\, engage in breakout sessions tailored to your needs\, receive one-on-one technical assistance from industry leaders\, and participate in workshops that dive deep on a wide variety of production\, operational and marketing topics. \nMost importantly\, you’ll be a part of the largest ever Illinois gathering focused on bringing together all aspects of the Illinois local and specialty crop supply chain. The connections made here have the opportunity to benefit the local economies and food opportunities of communities across the state for years to come.
URL:https://ilsustainableag.org/event/everything-local-conference-3/
LOCATION:Bank of Springfield Center\, 1\, Convention Center Plaza\, Springfield\, IL\, 62701
CATEGORIES:all events,conference,in-person
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260128T093000
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SUMMARY:Northwest Illinois Agronomy Summit
DESCRIPTION:University of Illinois Extension is holding the annual Northwest Illinois Agronomy Summit this winter to provide producers with the latest agronomic research updates and equip them with information that will empower them in their farm decision-making. \nThis year’s conference will feature research updates from University of Illinois\, University of Wisconsin\, and Iowa State University faculty specialists\, highlighting best management practices in the areas of soil fertility\, corn and soybean management\, and weed control. \nContinuing education units are available for Certified Crop Advisers at this in-person event. The event will be held at the Highland Community College Student Conference Center\, located in Building H\, Parking Lot A. The cost to attend is $25\, and registration is required.
URL:https://ilsustainableag.org/event/northwest-illinois-agronomy-summit/
LOCATION:Highland Community College\, West Pearl City Road\, Freeport\, IL\, 61032\, United States
CATEGORIES:all events,in-person
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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/2026-01-28/
LOCATION:IL
CATEGORIES:all events,online/virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260129T083000
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SUMMARY:Dollars and Sense in the Lake Decatur Watershed
DESCRIPTION:Join AFT\, City of Decatur\, and partners on Thursday\, January 29 for a day filled with tools and resources to help you understand the economic considerations of conservation practices in the field! The morning will kick off with a recap of the Lake Decatur Regional Conservation Partnership Program (RCPP) followed by a presentation on tools to improve your record keeping. We’ll also discuss the ROI of edge-of-field practices\, additional financial assistance for conservation practices\, and hear from farmers that are using conservation methods on their fields. A light breakfast and lunch will be provided. \nRegister by January 22\, 2026 \nStick around after lunch! American Farmland Trust will host a short informational session for any farmers interested in learning more about Farmer-Led Advances in Soil Health (FLASH) groups. FLASH groups are organized by farmers\, for farmers\, with each group tailoring conservation efforts to address local needs and priorities. \n\nBrought to you by: American Farmland Trust\, City of Decatur\, Lake Decatur Watershed\, Farm Credit\, Illinois Farm Bureau\, and Ecosystem Services Exchange
URL:https://ilsustainableag.org/event/dollars-and-sense-in-the-lake-decatur-watershed/
LOCATION:Richland Community College\, 3357 N President Howard Brown Blvd\, Decatur\, IL\, 62521\, United States
CATEGORIES:all events,in-person
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SUMMARY:Prescribed Fire in the Field
DESCRIPTION:Fire moving across an open field is a heart-stopping sight for most. However\, properly managed field fires\, called prescribed fires or burns\, are beneficial to native habitats. \nThe Wetlands Initiative’s Smart Wetlands program and Illinois Pheasants Forever\, Inc. & Quail Forever are inviting farmers\, landowners\, and natural resource professionals to learn more about how fire can improve natural resource areas containing grassland\, pollinator\, and wetland habitats. This opportunity is offered in two parts. \nThe first is a one-hour webinar that provides an overview of why and how prescribed fire is used in the Midwest to manage native\, grassland\, and wetland habitats. The program will be presented by Illinois Pheasants Forever/Quail Forever staff members at 10:00 AM CST on Thursday\, January 29\, 2026. \nThe actual prescribed burn will take place at a Smart Wetlands near Saunemin\, IL. At this location\, participants will gather in a farm field near the fire site. A fire crew will burn the wetlands and surrounding buffer while IL Pheasants Forever staff members provide a “play-by-play” description of what is happening as the burn progresses and answer questions. \n 
URL:https://ilsustainableag.org/event/prescribed-fire-in-the-field/
LOCATION:IL
CATEGORIES:all events,in-person,training
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ORGANIZER;CN="The Wetlands Initiative":MAILTO:jkostel@wetlands-initiative.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260129T113000
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SUMMARY:One Good Idea Shop Talks
DESCRIPTION:This free\, virtual meet-up series is for producers who want to exchange ideas for troubleshooting on-farm challenges related to improving soil and water resources\, while protecting profitability. \nHave you found yourself wishing you could talk to other producers who are using or considering conservation practices to improve their soil\, land\, and bottom lines? \nWhether you lack peers in your community whom you can talk to\, or you just want to hear what producers elsewhere are doing and learning\, this meet-up series is for you.
URL:https://ilsustainableag.org/event/one-good-idea-shop-talks/2026-01-29/
LOCATION:Virtual
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