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Join University of Illinois Extension for a three-part evening series designed for farmers, landowners, and anyone interested in sustainable agriculture and natural resource stewardship. This program will explore practical strategies for improving soil health, protecting water quality, and planning for long-term farm transition. Each session will provide hands-on learning, real-world examples, and opportunities for discussion…
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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. |
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Learn more about integrating livestock onto row crop operations. Greg Thoren has hosted numerous Field Days over the years and has discussed improvements to his operation, including: increased fertility, decreased inputs, and better return on his bottom line. He focuses his market on direct sale beef, non-GMO corn. This year, the team will discuss last…
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What does 10+ years of Illinois field-level data reveal about the decisions that actually improve farm profitability? Join Gary Schnitkey and Laura Gentry of Precision Conservation Management as they share practical takeaways from PCM’s dataset highlighting how tillage, nitrogen management, and cover crops influence farmers' bottom line, not just yield. This session focuses on real-world… Join University of Illinois Extension for a three-part evening series designed for farmers, landowners, and anyone interested in sustainable agriculture and natural resource stewardship. This program will explore practical strategies for improving soil health, protecting water quality, and planning for long-term farm transition. Each session will provide hands-on learning, real-world examples, and opportunities for discussion…
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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… 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.
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Presenter: Trevor Sample, Agency Coordinator for the Illinois Nutrient Loss Reduction Strategy, Illinois Environmental Protection Agency |
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McLean County Soil and Water Conservation District, in partnership with local organizations, will host a conservation tour on Thursday, April 9. This hands-on event will highlight current conservation research and in-field practices, offering participants the opportunity to learn about tile drainage research, the role of cover crops in nutrient runoff management and emerging opportunities such as… |
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An informal space to exchange cover crop ideas and troubleshoot challenges with fellow farmers. 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. |
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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. If 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…
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Participants in this session will first examine the connection between agriculture, nutrition, and family well-being. What is food insecurity? Is it the same as nutrition insecurity? How can these two things affect a family’s overall health? These questions and more will be discussed. Participants will then shift gears to discuss a real-world way to enhance…
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Are you a woman who owns farmland? Whether you are certified organic, in the process of transitioning, or simply curious about ecological practices, this event is for you. Join The Land Connection for a special networking event built for women landowners! This is your space to connect with a powerful community of women who share…
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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. |
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American Farmland Trust and Wonder Farm Earth invite you to join them for a full day learning circle to gather in community with farmers and landowners for discussions on farm viability, soil health, food systems, extreme weather, business and social challenges, and farmer wellness. Jennifer Viktora-Cuomo, of Wonder Farm Earth, is a diversified vegetable grower… |
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Soil health is shaped by a dynamic interaction of physical, chemical, and biological components. Together, these interactions can support agricultural productivity, strengthen soil ecosystems, and reduce the environmental impacts of farming. Exploring how these factors work together and what motivates producers to adopt soil health practices is the focus of the Journal of Soil and Water…
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Join the Illinois Soybean Association and Illinois Extension at the SIU Belleville Research Center anytime between 3–6 p.m. to explore a wide variety of cover crop research plots. View comparisons of species, planting rates, timings, and mixes at your own pace while visiting with staff and researchers. Enjoy homemade pie from Braeutigam Orchard and ice… |
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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. |
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