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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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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…
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Three Level 3 Conservation Planners from the Agroecology + Innovation Matters (AIM) Conservation Capacity Building Initiative will explain their work, how they collaborate with SWCD staff and other organizations, and how their efforts are improving soil health for producers in their districts. There will be time for questions from attendees. |
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You can stand side-by-side with Illinois Stewardship Alliance members and other farmers and soil advocates from across the state at the third annual Soil Health Advocacy Day, first created by Alliance members. After a long day of meeting with lawmakers, plan to extend your stay in Springfield so that you can join the team and… |
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Learn about the importance of soil with this non fiction story centering on Hugh Bennett, the Father of Soil. This is a virtual event that the public and school classrooms are encouraged to attend. This book reading is approximately 10 minutes long. Hosted by Kendall County Soil & Water Conservation District
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Join the Kendall County Soil & Water Conservation District in an online interview with a local landowner with more than 37 years of applying conservation on farmland in Illinois on 1400 acres. Learn about how they manage the land, balance their conservation efforts, and are growing to add more conservation on not a few but… |
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American Farmland Trust and McHenry Co. Conservation District will host upcoming women's learning circles in McHenry Co. focused on soil health and farmland succession planning in Spring 2025. These learning circles start at 9:00am and include interactive discussions, sharing resources, and connecting with women farmers and local resource professionals. Lunch and optional farm tour will… |
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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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Ozaukee County and Dodge County farmers and partners are happy to host renowned speakers Ray Archuleta and Russell Hedricks! This event will be a two-day class with an option for dairy or grain focus, depending on your preference and location. The event includes: Advanced soil health knowledge Small group setting for in depth discussions 3… |
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Since 2019, thousands of people from around the world have attended the online National Cover Crop Summit to discover proven, practical strategies in use by foremost cover crop experts. The National Cover Crop Summit will return March 18-20, 2025, with another can't-miss lineup of today's most successful cover cropper adopters, researchers and agronomists sharing their… |
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Join the Midwest Cover Crops Council for a webinar on “Terminating cover crops and planning for unexpected weather” on Wednesday March 19 at 9:30E/8:30C. Dr. Bill Johnson, Purdue Professor of Weed Science, will discuss the basics of cover crop termination with an emphasis on cereal rye for the Midwest. We will also review alternative termination plans when… |
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The Endangered Species Act, passed decades ago, aims to protect our nation's endangered and threatened species. Recently, advocacy by environmental groups, enabled by this legislation, has driven changes to the environmental policy that will impact Illinois farmers' access to key crop protection tools. The Herbicide Strategy, finalized in August 2024, and the recent proposed decision… |
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When it comes to farming, there is no substitute for experience. This March, producers and landowners can connect with local Illinois farmers and learn from others’ hands-on knowledge on preventing soil loss in their fields at the Cultivating Conversations panel discussion in Lawrenceville, Illinois. Local farmers will tell the story of soil loss on their…
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Will County Farm Bureau farmers and community partners are committed to educating farmers and lay-people alike regarding issues facing the agriculture industry. Nutrient stewardship and sound farming economics are critical to a thriving farming industry. Join us to learn more about nutrient strategy/research and potential impacts of biosolids. Lunch is provided. RSVP by Monday, March… |
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Healing from the Ground Up: Forging A Unified Path Between Agriculture, Food Systems, and Healthcare
Healing from the Ground Up: Forging A Unified Path Between Agriculture, Food Systems, and Healthcare
Healthcare delivery, food systems, and agriculture operate largely in isolation today, limiting our ability to address chronic disease and create sustainable food systems. Human health depends directly on food quality, which is determined by agricultural practices and planetary health throughout the food system from production to disposal. Consumers seek comprehensive guidance that goes beyond basic…
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Montgomery County Farm Bureau farms and community partners are committed to supporting local and statewide nutrient loss reduction efforts. Join this field day to tour local strip-till, no-till, and cover cropped fields. Learn more about best management practices and hear from specialists regarding nutrient strategy. 2.5 Soil and Water and 0.5 Nutrient Management CEUs for…
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Washington County Farm Bureau (CFB) is hosting a spring field day as part of their multiyear cover crop project. Through active collaboration with Gateway FS, local farmers have been evaluating different cover crop practices and their effects on soil health, cash crop health, and return on investment. In addition to hearing from CFB and Gateway… |
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Join the Illinois Sustainable Ag Partnership (ISAP) and a cadre of experienced drainage engineers and technical service providers for A Practitioner's Guide to Advancing Conservation Drainage Practices. This half-day training is scheduled for 8:00AM to Noon on Wednesday, April 2, 2025. It is being held in conjunction with the Conservation Drainage Network's 2025 Annual Meeting… |
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Hosted by McLean County SWCD, Purdue University, NREC, The Nature Conservancy, and Illinois Sustainable Ag Partnership, join us on Thursday, April 3, for a unique conservation tour as we learn about the path of water off the farm through filtration. This conservation tour will take a look at how drainage tile impacts water quality, how cover… American Farmland Trust and McHenry Co. Conservation District will host upcoming women's learning circles in McHenry Co. focused on soil health and farmland succession planning in Spring 2025. These learning circles start at 9:00am and include interactive discussions, sharing resources, and connecting with women farmers and local resource professionals. Lunch and optional farm tour will…
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Thursday, April 3 | 1:00 – 3:00 PM Cerno’s Bar and Grill, 213 W 3rd St, Kewanee, IL Join us for a farmer-led discussion on cover crops and in-field conservation practices, focusing on economic impacts. This event provides a platform for farmers and professionals to share insights, explore financial incentives, and discuss real-world applications of… |
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