4R Tech Field Day
IFCA 4R Field Day 8370 Auburn Road, Auburn, IL, United StatesCome learn about the 4R's in soil health hosted by Illinois Fertilizer and Chemical Association on October 23rd from 9am - 3pm. This event is free thanks to all of the sponsors who made it possible. RSVP by October 15th Phone: (309) 827-2774 Email: Jean Payne, jeanp@ifca.com
Cover Crop Field Day Led by Barry Fisher
Carriage House Event Center 8 West Carriage Lane, Altamont, IL, United StatesJoin Bary Fisher, Soil Healther Partnership, U of I Extension, Effingham and Fayette Counties SWCD, and a local farmer panel to discuss soil health and cover crops. For more information download the Cover Crop Field Day Flyer Please RSVP by October 25th and receive a free lunch: Jennifer Woodyard Phone: 217-347-7773 Online: Cover Crop Extension Website
Cover Crop Systems Field Day
Henry White Research Farm 4747 Centreville Avenue, Millstadt, IL, United StatesJoin other individuals to experience a cover crop systems field day on November 8th. Feature presentations include learning about weed suppression with cover crops, soil erosion and topography, watershed planning, as well as a local farmer panel to answer all your questions and needs. If interested please download the flyer for more information Cover Crop…
Writing a Farm Food Safety Plan
Bloomington Extension Office 1615 Commerce Pkwy, BloomingtonFood safety is of the utmost importance to everyone involved in the food chain, especially to farmers. With the Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA) requiring all fresh produce farmers to attend a Grower Training Course, many farmers feel overwhelmed with the task of managing food safety on their farms. Writing a food safety plan for…
Small Grains & Legumes Production
Reel Livestock Center 174 Danvers Rd, CongervilleJoin us for the first workshop in our Crop Diversity and Profit Series, which will focus on the production of small grains and legumes. Meet fellow farmers who are enhancing their crop rotation and finding higher profits by adding small grains and legumes to their rotation. Low commodity prices are driving many farmers to look…
Implementing S.T.A.R. in Your County: A How-to
Central Illinois Illinois, United StatesS.T.A.R. Training December 5 Come and learn about S.T.A.R. in Illinois and focus on surveys, apps, database management, and tracking improvement. To sign-up please RSVP: BHenrikson@parkland.edu See you there!
Farm Finances Webinar Series: Cash Flow Statement
OnlineJoin us for the next webinar in our Farm Finances Webinar Series where we will discuss the Cash Flow Statement and how you can effectively interpret and use it as a tool in the successful management of your farm business. Do you have enough cash to pay your bills? The Cash Flow statement is an…
Illinois Farm Economics Summit
Basic Illinois Location (Online) ONLINE, Decatur, IllinoisSave the Date for 2018 Illinois Farm Economics Summit Meeting Dates and Locations Monday, December 17 – Mt. Vernon DoubleTree Tuesday, December 18 – Springfield Crowne Plaza Wednesday, December 19 – Peoria Par-a-dice Thursday, December 20 – Dekalb Faranda’s Friday, December 21 – Champaign iHotel Watch for announcements on IFES registration opening early November. Presentations…
Soil Health Summit 2019
Soil Health Summit 2019 315 Chestnut Street, St. Louis, MO, United StatesMeet us in St. Louis in 2019 for high-energy education, enhanced breakouts, and more time for peer networking. You'll get the latest soil health strategies, data insights, and business impacts! When: January 15-16, 2019 Where: Hyatt Regency St. Louis at the Arch Register: www.soilhealthpartnership.org/summit
Conservation Cropping Seminars – 3 Separate Locations
Basic Illinois Location (Online) ONLINE, Decatur, Illinois2019 Illinois Seminars Scheduled Two HOT speakers will discuss Soil Health solutions! Using cover crops and improving soil health remain hot topics in 2018 and the trend is not fading. In fact, the go-getters have already seeded their cover crops. What’s stopping you? If you still need more information, start making plans now to attend…
Illinois Crop Management Conference – Mt. Vernon
DoubleTree by Hilton 222 Potomac Blvd., Mount VernonThis regional conference provides a forum for discussion and interaction between participants and University researchers. We are looking forward to introducing new specialists from the University of Illinois. We will also be offering dicamba training at the conclusion of the conference. Certified Crop Advisers can earn up to 8 hours of continuing education credit. Advance…
ISAP Value of Sustainability Workshop
Decatur Conference Center 4191 US 36 West Wyckles Road, Decatur, IL, United StatesFrom research results collected through on-farm programs to the pull of agriculture supply chain partners, we’ll look for evidence that sustainability can be profitable for the farmer while providing benefits for businesses, citizens, and rural communities. Please review the final agenda: Alphabet Soup ISAP Value of Sustainability Workshop Final Agenda Hear from presenters review on-farm economics…