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Constructed wetlands for water quality: Perceptions in today's society
Wetlands are some of the most vital yet understood ecosystems, often portrayed in...
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State of U.S. agriculture 2024: Key findings and future trends, part two
This post is the second in a two-part series analyzing a United States Department of Agriculture Economic Research Service (USDA-ERS) report on the...
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State of U.S. Agriculture 2024: Key Findings and Future Trends, Part One
The agricultural landscape in the United States is constantly evolving, and understanding the current state of farm and ranch operations is crucial...
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Building better waterways: Installing woodchip bioreactors
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McHenry County Farm Stroll 2023
McHenry County Farm Stroll 2023 Offers Tours of 11 Family-Owned Small Farms and McHenry County College Student Farm Woodstock, Ill. – Come out for an autumn day in the country! On Sunday, Sept. 24, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., McHenry County will host its annual Farm Stroll, a free self-...
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Farmers share how to keep valuable soil in fields
LAWRENCEVILLE, Ill. — When it comes to farming, there is no substitute for experience. This March, producers and landowners can connect with local Illinois farmers and learn from others’ hands-on knowledge on preventing soil loss in their fields at the Cultivating Conversations: Preventing Soil...
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Farmer leads the way in environmental conservation efforts
LEWISTOWN, Ill. - Commercial row-crop agriculture and environmental conservation are not mutually exclusive. While large-scale farming operations can sometimes have negative environmental impacts, many farmers are increasingly adopting sustainable practices that promote biodiversity and...
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Corn and Soybean Management discussed at Northwest Illinois Agronomy Summit
The last three seasons have brought various challenges for corn and soybean production, with unique weather situations and a wide range of planting and harvest windows. At the Northwest Illinois Agronomy Summit, Dr. Connor Sible, Research Assistant Professor, Department of Crop Sciences...
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Travis Burke

Assistant Dean, Agriculture/Agri-Business Program Leader
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