Events
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Conservation Voices: Mastering the Art of Talking Conservation to Farmers
Talking to farmers about conservation is one of the most important skills conservation professionals say is needed in the field—and one they’re eager to develop. With a master’s degree in agricultural education—and as a farmer himself—SWCS Board Member Keith Berns brings valuable insight to this challenge. As co-owner and sales and marketing manager of the thriving cover crop business Green Cover …
Read MorePower of Perennials Webinar
American Farmland Trust (AFT) and Argonne National Laboratory are hosting a technical assistance webinar on perennial bioenergy crops and their end use opportunities on and off-farms in the Midwest. This webinar will share the steps to adopt perennial bioenergy crops like switchgrass, native prairie mixes, and miscanthus along with their environmental and economic benefits. Decision-making tools to support crop and site selection …
Read MoreCover Crops and Weed Management: Reducing Herbicide Costs
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. …
Read MoreAg Coffee Talk: Livestock Integration
Carroll County Farm BureauEvent Details: Ag Coffee Talk: Livestock Integration June 4: 9 am-11 am Carroll County Farm Bureau 811 S Clay St B, Mt Carroll, IL 61053 The Coffee Talk Series shares Nutrient Loss Reduction Strategies and Conservation Practices with the community, offering program information and a platform for farmers to discuss implementation in the field, connect, and learn from each other. …
Read MoreHabitat Tour: Goat Grazing Management of Woody Species
Join us on an active oak savanna and woodland restoration utilizing the power of goats to manage invasive woody species. Attendees will have the opportunity to see the goats in action and engage with the partners involved in the project, including: Pheasant Forever and Quail Forever Farm Bill Biologists American Farmland Trust Illinois DNR Division of Forestry Local contractors Peoria …
Read MoreIllinois Cover Crop On-Farm Network Webinar
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 to share knowledge and network …
Read More2025 SIU Carbondale Field Day with NREC
SIU Carbondale – University FarmsPlease make plans to join Illinois NREC and Illinois Farm Bureau at SIU-Carbondale for the 2025 SIU University Farms Field Day. You will hear the latest research updates from SIU-C faculty and also have an opportunity to hear directly from SIU-C students who are engaged in research projects at the University. The event is free to attend and includes lunch, …
Read MoreEasements for Land Access: Subdivision of Easements
Learn how land trusts address the subdivision of easements for greater financial flexibility, including common challenges and benefits. This series, hosted by American Farmland Trust, is made possible through collaboration with the Wisconsin Farmland Protection Partnership, the National Agricultural Land Network, and the Land Transfer Navigator Network.
Read MoreLunch & Learn: Skills for Building Farmer Networks for Conservation
If you support farmer-led conservation efforts and want to learn how to empower more farmers to be involved, this Lunch & Learn will introduce you to a curriculum designed to support your goals. The curriculum is called Skills for Building Farmer Networks for Conservation. It is designed to empower farmers to be peer leaders and build local networks by bolstering …
Read MoreEasements for Land Access: Conservation Finance
Dive into the benefits of soil health practices for enhanced financial outcomes and long-term land stewardship. This series, hosted by American Farmland Trust, is made possible through collaboration with the Wisconsin Farmland Protection Partnership, the National Agricultural Land Network, and the Land Transfer Navigator Network.
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