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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/2025-10-01/
CATEGORIES:all events,online/virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251004T100000
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SUMMARY:Why Bother with Windbreaks? Monthly Farm Tour
DESCRIPTION:Join us monthly as we dive into the seasonal highlights of the Savanna Institute Illinois Demonstration Farms. Every first Saturday of the month\, MJ Oviatt or Kaitie Adams will guide you on a walking tour of Savanna Institute Agroforestry Demonstration Farm (Urbana) or 4-H Memorial Camp Farm (Monticello)\, spotlighting certain aspects of these dynamic demonstration sites. \nFirst hour: walking tour of the farm \nSecond hour: interactive activity on the farm
URL:https://ilsustainableag.org/event/why-bother-with-windbreaks-monthly-farm-tour/
LOCATION:Savanna Institute Demonstration Farm – Urbana\, Urbana\, IL\, United States
CATEGORIES:all events,field day,in-person
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251007T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251007T120000
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SUMMARY:The Hidden Costs of Extra Tillage Passes: Is it worth it?
DESCRIPTION:Join Precision Conservation Management (PCM) for our comprehensive 2025 webinar series\, featuring insights from leading agricultural experts. PCM Director Greg Goodwin and Operations Manager Clay Bess kick off the series in February\, introducing this innovative farmer-led program that combines data analysis with technical assistance. Throughout the year\, Dr. Laura Gentry of IL Corn and University of Illinois joins Professor Dr. Gary Schnitkey to explore critical topics in agricultural management. Drawing from PCM’s extensive database of real-world farming practices\, the series covers yield optimization\, cover crops\, nitrogen management\, tillage systems\, and conservation incentives. Each bi-monthly session offers practical strategies to improve your bottom line while promoting sustainable agriculture. From yields and profits to conservation incentives for 2025\, this series provides valuable insights for all farmers. Join us to learn how PCM’s data-driven approach can transform your farming operation\, combining profitability with conservation while accessing valuable cost-share opportunities.
URL:https://ilsustainableag.org/event/the-hidden-costs-of-extra-tillage-passes-is-it-worth-it/
CATEGORIES:all events,online/virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251008T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251008T100000
DTSTAMP:20250903T192803Z
CREATED:20250310T214038Z
LAST-MODIFIED: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-3/2025-10-08/
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:20251008T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251008T130000
DTSTAMP:20250509T190559Z
CREATED:20250509T190441Z
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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/2025-10-08/
CATEGORIES:all events,online/virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251009T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251009T150000
DTSTAMP:20250904T142902Z
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SUMMARY:Climate Resilience Learning Circle for Women and Non-binary Farmers & Landowners
DESCRIPTION:American Farmland Trust (AFT) and Hazzard Free Farm invite you to join us for a full day learning circle to gather in community for discussions on climate resilience and agriculture. AFT Learning Circles are designed to cultivate a sense of community and belonging by all who join. Lunch an an optional farm tour will be included. \nWhen: Thursday\, October 9 \nWhere: Hazzard Free Farm – Pecatonica\, IL \nFor any questions or concerns\, please contact Marlee Giacometti\, mgiacometti@farmland.org
URL:https://ilsustainableag.org/event/climate-resilience-learning-circle-for-women-and-non-binary-farmers-landowners/
CATEGORIES:all events,in-person,Learning circle
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251014T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251014T170000
DTSTAMP:20251014T165244Z
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SUMMARY:Water Quality Seminar Series: Regional Collaborative Research
DESCRIPTION:Participate in the Iowa Nutrient Research Center’s free Fall 2025 Water Quality Seminar Series. These public seminars bring together researchers\, conservationists\, and community leaders to highlight collaborative approaches to improving water quality across Iowa and the Midwest. Events are offered in-person at Iowa State University’s Elings Hall and online. Contact: Malcolm Robertson for more information. \nDec. 10\, Raj Raman\, Iowa State University\, and Brandon Schlautman\, The Land Institute\, will discuss key learnings from RegenPGC and the future of perennial grain crops.
URL:https://ilsustainableag.org/event/water-quality-seminar-series-regional-collaborative-research-2/
CATEGORIES:all events,online/virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251014T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251014T130000
DTSTAMP:20251001T212526Z
CREATED:20251001T212526Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251001T212526Z
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SUMMARY:CTIC - Four Decades of Connecting and Championing Conservation Agriculture
DESCRIPTION:This webinar will focus on the newly launched Conservation Connector – a central clearinghouse and innovative online platform which is the first and only tool that allows farmers\, ranchers\, and farm advisers to easily evaluate conservation incentive programs and connect with technical support in one place. A brief demonstration will be offered on how conservation program sponsors and technical service providers can easily create a free listing to further ensure farmers can find their unique offerings.
URL:https://ilsustainableag.org/event/ctic-four-decades-of-connecting-and-championing-conservation-agriculture/
CATEGORIES:all events,online/virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251015T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251015T130000
DTSTAMP:20250509T190559Z
CREATED:20250509T190441Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250509T190559Z
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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/2025-10-15/
CATEGORIES:all events,online/virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251020T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251022T170000
DTSTAMP:20250408T041836Z
CREATED:20250408T041836Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250408T041836Z
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SUMMARY:Midwest Climate Resilience Conference
DESCRIPTION:The University of Minnesota Climate Adaptation Partnership will host the 2025 Midwest Climate Resilience Conference at the Baird Center in Milwaukee\, Wisconsin. The conference brings together representatives from the public\, private\, and non-profit sectors to inspire and encourage climate adaptation in communities throughout the Midwest and Great Lakes region. The Midwest Climate Resilience Conference is the premier forum focused specifically on climate adaptation and resilience for the Midwest and Great Lakes region. Join to: \n\n\nAdvance adaptation and resilience for communities and ecosystems  \n\n\nFoster stronger relationships among climate adaptation practitioners \n\n\nExpand the scope of climate adaptation work and coordinate actionable steps beyond the conference
URL:https://ilsustainableag.org/event/midwest-climate-resilience-conference/
LOCATION:Baird Center\, 400 W Wisconsin Ave\, Milwaukee\, WI\, 53203
CATEGORIES:all events,conference,in-person
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251021T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251021T110000
DTSTAMP:20251007T144045Z
CREATED:20251007T144045Z
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SUMMARY:Why the MAHA Movement Could Still Impact Your Farm
DESCRIPTION:Some say agriculture dodged the bullet when MAHA rolled out. The truth? This movement is still reshaping policy and could put new pressure on how Illinois farmers grow crops and use tools on their land. We’ll expose what’s really at stake\, separate spin from reality\, and talk about how farmers can push back before rules are written without them. Don’t miss the chance to ask tough questions and hear unfiltered perspectives. \nCallie Eideberg\, Principal at the Vogel Group\, is a respected expert in agriculture\, conservation\, and environmental policy. Previously she served as a senior staffer to Senator Debbie Stabenow and held roles at the Environmental Defense Fund and USDA. She also authors Aggie Hot Takes\, a popular LinkedIn blog offering insider perspectives on federal ag policy.
URL:https://ilsustainableag.org/event/why-the-maha-movement-could-still-impact-your-farm/
CATEGORIES:all events,online/virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251021T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251021T123000
DTSTAMP:20250820T162329Z
CREATED:20250820T162131Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250820T162329Z
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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/2025-10-21/
CATEGORIES:all events,online/virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251021T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251021T123000
DTSTAMP:20250917T151638Z
CREATED:20250917T151638Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250917T151638Z
UID:10003763-1761046200-1761049800@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. \nJoin 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-2/2025-10-21/
CATEGORIES:all events,online/virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251022T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251023T130000
DTSTAMP:20251113T204853Z
CREATED:20251113T204853Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251113T204853Z
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SUMMARY:Soil Health and Livestock: The above and below ground benefits of livestock on the land
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a unique regional training highlighting the science\, management\, and soil health benefits of integrating livestock into the farm. The workshop will take place in Ames\, Iowa and is led by Iowa State Extension in collaboration with the Soil Health Nexus. We welcome agriculture & conservation professionals as well as farmers\, landowners and students to attend. \nHighlights of the event:\n– Expert speakers from Iowa\, Minnesota\, Wisconsin and Kansas.\n– Outdoor classroom on soil interpretation and use of soil health tools & apps\n– Interactive planning for cover crops\, extended rotations\, and forage crops\n– Iowa farmers share practical\, real-world experiences with livestock integration\n– CEU credits available: 4 Soil & Water Management & 2 Crop Management
URL:https://ilsustainableag.org/event/soil-health-and-livestock-the-above-and-below-ground-benefits-of-livestock-on-the-land/
CATEGORIES:training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251022T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251022T130000
DTSTAMP:20250509T190559Z
CREATED:20250509T190441Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250509T190559Z
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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/2025-10-22/
CATEGORIES:all events,online/virtual
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251029T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251029T130000
DTSTAMP:20250509T190559Z
CREATED:20250509T190441Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250509T190559Z
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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/2025-10-29/
CATEGORIES:all events,online/virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251030T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251030T210000
DTSTAMP:20251014T171443Z
CREATED:20251014T171443Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251014T171443Z
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SUMMARY:Illuminating Art in Nature
DESCRIPTION:The Red Oak Rain Garden University of Illinois Extension team presents the second annual Illuminating Art in Nature autumnal celebration. A campus–community collaboration led by Extension\, Illuminating Art in Nature brings together imagination\, sustainability\, and education in a magical setting. Centered around student talent\, the event features installations inspired by the films of Studio Ghibli\, glowing jack-o’-lanterns\, and an interactive educational fair about sustainability and water quality.
URL:https://ilsustainableag.org/event/illuminating-art-in-nature/
CATEGORIES:all events,in-person
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