agriculture
2022 International Drainage Symposium
Join us at the 11th International Drainage Symposium, August 30-September 2, 2022, in Des Moines, Iowa. Solutions to agricultural drainage challenges and opportunities will be the focus of this year’s symposium. Two days of sessions will highlight drainage research, practice design, implementation, and policy. The third day of the symposium will feature field tours highlighting some of the innovative drainage …
Read MoreIllinois Cohort Adopts Planning Framework to Expand Conservation
Illinois Cohort Adopts Planning Framework to Expand Conservation Illinois Sustainable Ag Partnership convenes cohort of Agricultural Conservation Planning Framework users to advance conservation principles while supporting healthy soils, clean water, and profitable farms. By: Adrienne Marino, Water Quality Project Manager, The Nature Conservancy Using ACPF Tools to Meet Water Quality Goals In our work to build soil health and …
Read MoreRotational No-Till Series: Part 2
VirtualPart 2: Let’s Talk About No-Till “Regenerative” Agriculture (Live Q&A) Farmers across the country are adopting no-till practices at an astonishing rate, fueled in large part by several popular books and resources. While there’s no doubt a reduction in tillage is beneficial for soil, water, and microorganisms, is it possible that we may have over-corrected slightly? Can tillage be a …
Read MoreFunding and Farming Opportunities for Northern Illinois Producers
Crystal Lake, ILAttendees can expect professional presentations from farmers and experts in the agriculture sector. Techniques and experiences will be shared for implementing in-field conservation practices, farmland protection, and supportive funding opportunities for farmers. Learn about projects in McHenry County and across the state of Illinois. Hosted by McHenry-Lake Soil and Water District in Partnership with McHenry County College Center for Agrarian Studies, …
Read MorePrairie Strips Winter Webinar Series
Prairie Strips Winter Webinar Series By: Craig Ficenec, Sand County Foundation Much of Illinois was once covered in a diverse prairie ecosystem: wildlife thrived and water flowed clean. Today, recreating a small fraction of that native vegetation could move us toward our water quality and habitat goals, while improving farm profitability. Sand County Foundation, Pheasants Forever, and Iowa State University …
Read More7th Annual Latino Farmer Conference
“The seventh Annual Latino Farmer Conference is around the corner and we are excited to announce that we will once again come together through a series of virtual webinars. You can look forward to a series of informative presentations, virtual farm visits, and opportunities to network with other farmers, farm educators, and sponsors. Stay connected with our Spanish language newsletter …
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