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Soil Health Profiles
A growing number of farmers and ranchers from across the country are using cover crops and soil health management systems to improve the health and productivity of their soil. “Unlocking the Secrets in the Soil"
Soil Health Institute Releases Action Plan
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Cover Crop Toolbox: Saving Tomorrow’s Agriculture Resources
On January 8, 2025 ICCON was joined by Natalie Kerr, STAR Coordinator for the state of Illinois, to learn about the Saving Tomorrow’s Agriculture Resources (STAR) program and how and why farmers should consider enrolling their fields in the program. STAR was founded in 2017 by Steve Stierwalt and Joe Rothermel – both farmers from Champaign County, advocates for conservation,...