Agriculture and Natural Resources

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Nutrient Loss Reduction Podcast

Hear interviews with agriculture and water quality educators from University of Illinois, Extension, soil and water and other agencies as well as farmers who give tips, explain processes and tell first-hand stories about real-life applications of strategies.

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Nutrient Loss Reduction Blog

Dig deeper into the podcasts with the related blogs. This issue covers the Inflation Reduction Act with Ivan Dozier, Illinois State Conservationist, and Jonathan Coppess, University of Illinois Agriculture Policy Specialist.

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I-FARM Series

The I-FARM University Learning Series provides a comprehensive exploration of cutting-edge technologies and economic strategies shaping modern agriculture. Sessions begin at 11 a.m. on the second Thursday of the month through December. Topics: Sept 12, Farm Robotics: Revolutionizing Agricultural Practices, Oct 10, Economics of Adopting Weeding Robots, Nov 14, Smart Grazing: AI Integration into Grazing Management, and Dec 12 Bridging the Gap: Technology Adoption in Small Holder Farms

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Featured Resources

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Pesticide Safety Education Program
Pesticide safety training is critical for all who work with pesticides, and none more so than certified Applicators and Operators. The PSEP team is here to help you meet your training and certification goals.
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Certified Livestock Managers Training
Livestock facilities in Illinois that house more than 300 animal units are required to have at least one certified livestock manager. The certificate is administered by the Illinois Department of Agriculture and it is valid for three years.
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News and insight into managing and operating your farm
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