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Attendees will hear research updates from university experts to gain insightful tips for making farm management decisions. Attendees will walk away from Agronomy Summit events with research updates, resources, and new connections in their communities. The event is built to provide growers and agribusiness representatives with tools and management considerations for continued farming success. Continuing… |
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The Everything Local Conference is the largest local food conference in Illinois. It brings together Illinois growers, producers, and food system players from across the state. The three-day conference features keynote speakers, 100+ educational sessions, a tradeshow with 65+ exhibitors, and conference meals crafted with Illinois-grown foods. Attendees have the opportunity to network and attend… Join the 2025 Everything Local Conference at the Bank of Springfield Center on January 29-31, 2025. Everything Local Conference brings 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 Soil Management Summit emphasizes proven farmer experience and applied science. Learn how heavier, colder soils aren’t necessarily the challenge they’re made out to be. Hear from long-time no-till, reduced tillage, and cover crop farmers as they share their experiences and hard-learned lessons. The Summit features presentations and Q&A with researchers, farmers and agricultural advisors,… Attendees will hear research updates from university experts to gain insightful tips for making farm management decisions. Attendees will walk away from Agronomy Summit events with research updates, resources, and new connections in their communities. The event is built to provide growers and agribusiness representatives with tools and management considerations for continued farming success. Continuing… |
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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…
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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…
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Join to learn about grazing cover crops from Troy Bishopp. Troy will share insights into the logistics and benefits of grazing fall cover crops. |
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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…
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This year’s Soil Health Week will take place March 3-9, 2025. Soil enthusiasts had the opportunity to attend in-person and virtual farm tours, dive deep into climate discussions, and hear from experts across the U.S. on why soil should be protected and celebrated.
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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…
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The Illinois Cover Crop On-Farm Network (ICCON) convenes cover crop 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 cover crops. Engaging with presentations by experts, researchers, and industry leaders, our ICCON calls provide an opportunity…
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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… |
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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… |
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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. |
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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. Professionals from University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign and Illinois Extension are partnering up for a two-day workshop…
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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. This session offers 1 CEU credit in Professional Development for Certified Crop Advisors. |
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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. Leadership 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. The…
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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. Here… |
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