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SUMMARY:Reach Farmers Faster Communications Training - DeKalb
DESCRIPTION:Environmental Initiative staff will lead a hands-on workshop designed to help participants apply data-driven engagement and communication concepts to their own projects and programs with the goal of improving the effectiveness of engagement efforts. The team will provide high-level insights from the Midwest Row Crop Collaborative case study focused on Illinois\, Iowa\, and Nebraska. The Reach Farmers Faster workshop includes downloadable worksheets and robust networking opportunities. \nConservation professionals and engagement specialists are encouraged to register. Continuing education certification is available. \nSponsored by the Illinois Sustainable Ag Partnership
URL:https://ilsustainableag.org/event/reach-farmers-faster-communications-training-dekalb/
LOCATION:DeKalb County Farm Bureau Building\, 1350 W Prairie Dr\, Sycamore\, IL\, 60178
CATEGORIES:all events,in-person,training
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SUMMARY:Southern Illinois Beginning Forest Landowner Program 2024
DESCRIPTION:The 2024-2025 Southern Illinois Beginning Forest Landowner Course will consist of four weekend programs (Friday-Saturday) plus a few additional virtual/in-person events.  Each weekend will include in-class presentation\, hands-on practices\, and field tours.  All weekends will start at the Dixon Springs Agricultural Center (354 State Highway 145N\, Simpson IL) at 9am on the Friday.  Some portions of the course will require a short travel to other locations. \nOctober 4-5:  Forest ecology and development\, Intro to forest management\, Tree identification\, chainsaw safety\, and Forest measurements\nNovember 8-9:  Forest management plans\, Silviculture\, Conducting a timber harvest\, Funding assistance programs\, Managed forest tours\, and Invasive species management\nJanuary 10-11:  Forest soils\, Pruning\, Winter tree identification\, Forest diseases and pests\, management forest tour\nFebruary 7-8:  Prescribed fire\, Tree planting\, Crop tree release\, Tree planting tour \nLodging options are available at the Dixon Springs Ag Center for an additional fee for registrants that wish to stay on site during course weekends.
URL:https://ilsustainableag.org/event/southern-illinois-beginning-forest-landowner-program-2024/
LOCATION:Dixon Springs Agricultural Center\, 354 State Highway 145N\, Simpson\, IL
CATEGORIES:all events,in-person,training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250212T120000
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SUMMARY:Growing Your Legacy in 2025: How Planned Giving Saves Farmland Forever
DESCRIPTION:During this interactive webinar\, American Farmland Trust’s Director of Planned Giving\, Paul Caspersen\, will lead a discussion on how you can make a lasting impact through estate planning—securing the future of family farms\, supporting thriving communities\, and preserving the land you cherish. We’ll delve into important estate planning considerations to keep in mind as we approach the rest of this decade\, including potential changes under a new administration and what these shifts could mean for your estate planning and philanthropy.
URL:https://ilsustainableag.org/event/growing-your-legacy-in-2025-how-planned-giving-saves-farmland-forever/
CATEGORIES:all events,online/virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250219T140000
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SUMMARY:Drainage Water Recycling
DESCRIPTION:Join North Central Region Water Network for the February edition of The Current Webinar Series as we explore conservation drainage and drainage water recycling – a topic of interest for many as more of us are dealing with either too much or too little water. This webinar will feature research from Kelly Nelson with the University of Missouri and Chris Hay with Christopher Hay Consulting and provide an overview of the Conservation Drainage Network.
URL:https://ilsustainableag.org/event/drainage-water-recycling/
CATEGORIES:all events,online/virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250220T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250220T110000
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SUMMARY:Red Crown Rot Update
DESCRIPTION:Join Dr. Boris Camiletti\, University of Illinois Extension plant pathologist\, and Dr. Steven Clough\, USDA-ARS research geneticist and pathologist\, for an update on the spread of red crown rot in Illinois\, featuring data compiled from 2024.
URL:https://ilsustainableag.org/event/red-crown-rot-update/
CATEGORIES:all events,online/virtual
ORGANIZER;CN="Illinois Soybean Association":MAILTO:ilsoy@ilsoy.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250226T090000
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SUMMARY:Integrated Water Management Workshop for Farmers and Landowners
DESCRIPTION:In times of changing environmental conditions\, unmanaged drainage water with a lack of soil conservation practices can impact farm profitability and sustainability of agricultural operations. Understanding management options starts with knowing what’s happening out in the fields and where to turn for resources. \nProfessionals from University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign and Illinois Extension are partnering up for a two-day workshop scheduled for Feb. 26 and 27. The Integrated Water Management Workshop for Farmers and Landowners will be held at the Farm Credit Illinois Regional Office at 1100 Farm Credit Dr.\, Mahomet. \nWorkshop attendees will spend two days interacting with university researchers as well as Extension and Natural Resources Conservation Service staff\, learning how to improve water and nutrient management on their farms to enhance crop productivity while minimizing impacts on the environment. \nThe goal for this workshop is that attendees will leave with sufficient knowledge about agricultural water management practices and their implementation to provide confidence and a better working relationship with their contractor of choice. Presentation topics include the basics of integrated water management\, soil drainage\, conservation\, nutrient loss reduction strategy\, surface runoff\, erosion\, and more. \nThe cost to attend is $15 and includes lunch on both days for those who register by Feb. 19. There will be 10 Certified Crop Adviser CEUs available for this training.
URL:https://ilsustainableag.org/event/integrated-water-management-workshop-for-farmers-and-landowners/
LOCATION:Farm Credit Illinois Regional Office\, 1100 Farm Credit Dr\, Mahomet\, IL
CATEGORIES:all events,in-person,training
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SUMMARY:Future-proofing your Farm: Strategies for Long-term Success
DESCRIPTION:Join Illinois Soybean Growers (ISG) for an insightful webinar at 10 a.m. on Wednesday\, Feb. 26\, where University of Illinois ACES professors Gary Schnitkey and Nick Paulson will share practical strategies to strengthen your farm’s success amid a down commodity market. \nThis session offers 1 CEU credit in Professional Development for Certified Crop Advisors.
URL:https://ilsustainableag.org/event/future-proofing-your-farm-strategies-for-long-term-success/
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ORGANIZER;CN="Illinois Soybean Association":MAILTO:ilsoy@ilsoy.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250227T080000
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SUMMARY:Leadership for Midwestern Watersheds 2025
DESCRIPTION:Sand County Foundation’s Leadership for Midwestern Watersheds is a popular forum for professionals who lead projects that reduce agricultural runoff in watersheds of the central United States. \nLeadership for Midwestern Watersheds is developing a “community of practice” among conservation practitioners who work to improve water quality with landowners\, agencies\, and businesses\, one watershed at a time. \nThe annual LMW meeting series features presentations and facilitated discussions on subjects essential to successful watershed projects. Examples include: farmer engagement\, geospatial planning tools\, project financing\, and water quality monitoring. To date\, more than 600 attendees from 15 states have participated\, including many watershed projects supported by state nutrient reduction programs and USDA-NRCS Landscape Conservation Initiatives.
URL:https://ilsustainableag.org/event/leadership-for-midwestern-watersheds-2025/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250227T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250227T173000
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SUMMARY:Women in Ag Events: DuPage and Kane Co
DESCRIPTION:American Farmland Trust and McHenry Co. Conservation District will host the upcoming “Women in Ag Event Series” in Kane & DuPage Co. focused on soil health and farmland succession planning in Spring 2025. These gatherings include interactive discussions\, sharing resources\, and connecting with local women farmers. Snacks and refreshments provided by local foods caterer.\nHere is the schedule for the Spring 2025 learning circles: \n\nFarmland Succession Planning: February 27th (4:00 – 5:30pm) – Baker Community Center\, Peterson Lounge (101 S 2nd St\, St. Charles\, IL\, 60174) – We encourage folks to arrive early as the event will start promptly at 4:00pm.\nSoil Health Session: March 20th (4:30 – 6:30pm) – Location TBD
URL:https://ilsustainableag.org/event/women-in-ag-events-dupage-and-kane-co/
CATEGORIES:all events,in-person,Learning circle
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