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Illinois Nutrient Research & Education Council Opens 2023 RFP
Illinois Nutrient Research & Education Council Opens 2023 RFP By: Shani Golovay | NREC Research Manager We are pleased to announce the solicitation of projects for the crop year 2023 for the Illinois Nutrient Research & Education Council (NREC). NREC’s priority is funding projects that advance the science of products and practices that increase the efficiency of nitrogen and …
Read MoreEconomics of Soil Health: Contributions of Reduced Tillage and Cover Cropping
A series of Soil Science Society of America webinars produced in partnership with The Soil Health Institute and sponsored by The Walton Family Foundation. Weighing the costs and benefits of soil health management practices is a primary concern for producers considering the adoption of such practices. However, the economic information needed for making data-driven, science-based decisions is difficult to find. …
Read MoreConservation Cropping Seminar – Bloomington
Double Tree Hotel, BloomingtonJoin us at the upcoming Conservation Cropping Seminars! The 2020 Conservation Cropping Seminars provide opportunities to meet and visit with speakers, sponsors, and other producers in a small group setting. Speakers and special guests include: Hans Kok, Indiana Soil Health Consultant Bryan Young, Purdue University Weed and Chemistry professor Rick and Aaron Clark, Illinois conservation farmers Register early to reserve …
Read MoreConservation Cropping Seminar – Rochelle
Hickory Grove Conf. CenterJoin us at the upcoming Conservation Cropping Seminars! The 2020 Conservation Cropping Seminars provide opportunities to meet and visit with speakers, sponsors, and other producers in a small group setting. Speakers and special guests include: Hans Kok, Indiana Soil Health Consultant Bryan Young, Purdue University Weed and Chemistry professor Rick and Aaron Clark, Illinois conservation farmers Register early to reserve …
Read MoreConservation Cropping Seminar – Mt. Vernon
Double Tree Hotel – Mt. Vernon, ILJoin us at the upcoming Conservation Cropping Seminars! The 2020 Conservation Cropping Seminars provide opportunities to meet and visit with speakers, sponsors, and other producers in a small group setting. Speakers and special guests include: Hans Kok, Indiana Soil Health Consultant Bryan Young, Purdue University Weed and Chemistry professor Rick and Aaron Clark, Illinois conservation farmers Register early to reserve …
Read MoreCover Crop Meeting – University of Illinois Extension Effingham
University of Illinois Extension Effingham OfficeJoin us for a FREE cover crop meeting at the University of Illinois Extension Effingham office to learn about the following: An Update on Nutrient Loss in Illinois Soil Health Partnership Findings in Southern Illinois Are Cover Crops Shifting Your Insect Populations? Profitability in an Advanced Conservation System 8:30 AM—Registration opens 9:00—Welcome 9:05— An Update on Nutrient Loss in Illinois, …
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