Marbleseed Organic Farming Conference
La Crosse Center 300 Harborview Plaza, La Crosse, WIThe Marbleseed (formerly MOSES) Organic Farming Conference is widely known as the largest organic farming conference in the United States. Every year regenerative and organic farmers from a wide range of farm sizes, experiences, and backgrounds gather to learn the latest in organic farming methods, build community, and shape the future of the organic farming…
Equipment Considerations in Cover Crop Systems Webinar Series
Zoom WebinarStarting February 15, 2024, the Farmers for Soil Health education team, supported by Soil Health Institute and Missouri Center for Regenerative Agriculture presents a webinar series focused on cash crop planting and equipment considerations in cover crop systems. The first webinar will kick off with a moderated discussion among leading experts. In each successive webinar,…
Chicago Wilderness Alliance’s Café: WI Farmer-Led Watershed Councils & Lessons for IL
This cafe will show attendees how farmers in the two neighboring states are adopting effective methods to improve performance in the shared goal of reducing nutrient runoff into the Mississippi River watershed. In recent years, members of the Illinois Sustainable Ag Partnership have looked at the State of Wisconsin-funded, farmer-led watershed program as something to…
Agriculture Climate Tools – Salem
Growing seasons are shifting — storms, floods, droughts, and wildfires are becoming more common. Connect with agricultural climate experts, explore resources, and discuss real-world scenarios at a climate-smart farming workshop. Leave with a better understanding of local growing conditions and weather monitoring tools, and feel confident planning for crop planting, fertilization schedules, irrigation, and more…
Agriculture Climate Tools Workshop – Springfield
Growing seasons are shifting — storms, floods, droughts, and wildfires are becoming more common. Connect with agricultural climate experts, explore resources, and discuss real-world scenarios at a climate-smart farming workshop. Leave with a better understanding of local growing conditions and weather monitoring tools, and feel confident planning for crop planting, fertilization schedules, irrigation, and more…
Regenerative Agriculture Conference
Concordia University of Nebraska 800 N Columbia Ave, Seward, NEThis event for producers and crop consultants will be an opportunity to learn about regenerative ag practices, what funding is available for these practices, and how to utilize them to be more profitable and sustainable. It will feature speaker Mitchell Hora, farmer and CEO of Continuum Ag, and will be hosted by the Upper Big Blue, Little…
Agriculture Climate Tools Workshop – Rockford
Growing seasons are shifting — storms, floods, droughts, and wildfires are becoming more common. Connect with agricultural climate experts, explore resources, and discuss real-world scenarios at a climate-smart farming workshop. Leave with a better understanding of local growing conditions and weather monitoring tools, and feel confident planning for crop planting, fertilization schedules, irrigation, and more…
Equipment Considerations in Cover Crop Systems Webinar Series
Zoom WebinarStarting February 15, 2024, the Farmers for Soil Health education team, supported by Soil Health Institute and Missouri Center for Regenerative Agriculture presents a webinar series focused on cash crop planting and equipment considerations in cover crop systems. The first webinar will kick off with a moderated discussion among leading experts. In each successive webinar,…
Soil Health Week!
2024 Soil Health Week will bring together farmers and eaters, organizations, state leaders, legislators, and other partners to celebrate Illinois' most precious natural resource both virtually and in-person. See the full list of events and register here. Illinois Stewardship Alliance is especially excited for the second Soil Health Lobby Day, which will take place on Wednesday,…
Midwest Covers and Grains Conference 2024
Interested in beginning or extending your understanding and networking with Midwestern farms, chain buyers, and researchers with expertise in extended rotations and cover crops? Join Practical Famers of Iowa for their 2024 Midwest Covers and Grains Conference in Mankato, Minnesota! The conference will include opportunities to network with buyers and sellers of small grains and…
Soil Health Week: Illinois Nutrient Loss Reduction Strategy: What Farmers Need to Know
OnlineFollowing the release of the Illinois Nutrient Loss Reduction Strategy (NLRS) 2023 Biennial Report in December, many famers and farm advisors have been left to wonder: What does this mean for my farm? What does this mean for Illinois agriculture? What can I do to help Illinois achieve our goals? One of the Illinois Sustainable…
Soil Health Week: Protecting Health Soils by the Acre
OnlineJoin American Farmland Trust in this hour-long webinar highlighting the importance of farmland protection and farmland transfer in ensuring our soils are healthy, productive, and protected for generations to come. This webinar will explain the threat of farmland loss in Illinois and share valuable tools and resources that are available to farmers and landowners who…