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Episode 27 – Illinois Nutrient Loss Reduction Podcast
The Illinois Nutrient Loss Reduction podcast is produced by the University of Illinois Extension. Tune in to Episode 27 of the Illinois Nutrient Loss Reduction Podcast “A Watershed Approach to Adopting Conservation”. This episode features Dr. Shalamar Armstrong from Purdue University and some of his work in Illinois. As always, all of the episodes can be found here: https://will.illinois.edu/agriculture/note/50107
Episode 26 – Illinois Nutrient Loss Reduction Podcast
The Illinois Nutrient Loss Reduction podcast is produced by the University of Illinois Extension. Tune in to Episode 26 of the Illinois Nutrient Loss Reduction Podcast “Maximizing Corn Yield Profits and Minimizing Nitrogen Losses”. This episode features University of Illinois Professor Emeritus Emerson Nafziger. As always, all of the episodes can be found here: https://will.illinois.edu/agriculture/note/50107
Three Generations of Women Steward the Land
Cindy and Ann Irhke on the farm near Roberts, IL. The important role women play in conservation and land-use decisions is gaining recognition, and so are the benefits to soil, water, and wildlife. Ann, Cindy, and Sage Ihrke are three generations of women who live and breathe conservation on their family’s farm near Roberts, Il. It started way back in 1970 when George Ihrke, a veterinarian from the south suburbs of Chicago, invested in 320 acres in...
Episode 25 of the Illinois Nutrient Loss Reduction Podcast
The Illinois Nutrient Loss Reduction podcast is produced by University of Illinois Extension. Tune in to Episode 25 of the Illinois Nutrient Loss Reduction Podcast, “Uncovering the Benefits of Cover Crops” featuring Lowell Gentry and Brian Corkill. As always, all of the episodes can be found here: https://will.illinois.edu/agriculture/note/50107
Farmers and Communities Reap the Benefits of Planting Covers
Farmers and Communities Reap the Benefits of Planting Covers Acres planted to cover crops and enrolled in the Department of Agriculture’s “Fall Covers for Spring Savings” Program provided economic benefits to farmers in the form of a five dollar an acre discount on crop insurance premiums. The 50,000 acres enrolled in the program also provided environmental benefits to Illinois communities....
Navigating A Few ISAP Farmer Resources in the Face of COVID-19
Navigating A Few ISAP Farmer Resources in the Face of COVID-19 Many of us are being impacted by the corona-virus pandemic—especially our farmers. ISAP partners are trying to navigate this by providing aid and educational materials to those that are directly impacted in Illinois and beyond. ISAP’s foundation stems from collaboration and positive movements for improving agriculture and water quality...