Agriculture

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A seasonal podcast for farmers and agribusiness representatives

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Talking Crop

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Talking Crop brings current trends, actionable management considerations, and research updates from seasonal row crop production experts to farmers and agribusiness representatives.

Hosted by: Kathryn Seebruck, University of Illinois Extension Commercial Agriculture Educator serving Jo Daviess, Stephenson, and Winnebago Counties

Via Apple Podcasts | Via Spotify | Via YouTube

Resources for row crops

field at sunset

Variety Testing

Agronomic information on hybrids and varieties of the major Illinois field crops, including soybeans, corn, and wheat. 

corn field

Corn Nitrogen Rate Calculator

Determine the most profitable N rate for corn by region.

corn field

Illinois Agronomy Handbook

Several chapters of the Illinois Agronomy Handbook were updated in 2021 and are available for free download. Click here to see the chapters. 

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Field Crop Production Resources

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Machinery Cost Estimates

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Field, harvest, and forage operations and tractor costs. 

sprayer in field of corn

Pesticide Safety Education Program

Information and training on pesticide application safety and regulations enable ag industry professionals to meet Department of Agriculture requirements for pesticide application.

corn field at ground level

Crop Central

Timely information and applied research reports about crop management.

soybean leaf close up

Plant Clinic

Crop pest and injury diagnostic services and recommendations

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Livestock Production Resources

Dairy Cattle in barn

Dairy Focus Lab

Dairy Focus Team, Dairy Efficiency Calculator, Somatic Cell Count Calculator, Educational Videos. 

Beef cattle on pasture

Beef Quality Assurance Training (BQA)

Certified training in good production practices. 

cattle on pasture

Beef Cattle Nutrition

Maintain herd health with feeding strategies to support proper nutrition and profitability. 

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Illinois Fruit and Vegetable Newsletter

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Practical production advice and regional updates help fruit and vegetable specialty crop growers make the most of their farming operations.

College of Agricultural, Consumer & Environmental Sciences Illinois Extension

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1301 W. Gregory Dr.

Urbana, IL 61801

Email: extension@illinois.edu

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