Field Notes
Conservation Drainage Training Recruits 2019 Participants: Central Illinois training dives into edge-of-field practices
From the classroom to the field, 22 Illinois agricultural professionals came together last summer for the first series of Advanced Conservation Drainage Training (ACDT) to build their knowledge of the practices and principles behind conservation drainage. As the entire agriculture community works to improve water quality and reduce nutrient losses in the state, the drainage industry has a vital role...
ISAP Grows & Adds Three New Members
The Illinois Sustainable Agriculture Partnership (ISAP) is growing and continues to broaden its network for supporting a sustainable ag systems approach to improve soil health and reduce nutrient loss in Illinois. Today, the members of the Illinois Sustainable Agriculture Partnership (ISAP), a group that came together to build on the momentum that has been built around soil health, cover crops,...
Better Bean Series – Series Partnership
These half-day events features local CCA Soy Envoys, agronomists, industry experts and farmers sharing their insights on everything from weed management and fertility to best management practices (BMPs) and choosing varieties that best fit your farm. Each event features a local grower and expert panel with a Q&A session for attendee engagement. And the presentations focused on improving profitability and...
PCM RELEASES DRAFT DATA: SHOWS THAT MINIMAL TILLAGE AND SPRING NITROGEN APPLICATIONS ARE MORE PROFITABLE
IL Corn’s signature water quality and nutrient management program, Precision Conservation Management, has preliminary data to share based on its first three years of operation. This data will help farmers minimize input costs and maximize sustainability on their acres. Dr. Laura Gentry, Director of Water Quality Research IL Corn Growers Association, stated, "This data is encouraging news - both environmentally...