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August 22, 2026

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Cereal rye emerging through corn stover in a field

Cover crop conversations: Profitability, soil health, and yield

July 22, 2026

When evaluating cover crops, many conversations begin with one question: Are they profitable? In...

Hidden benefits of rotational grazing beyond soil health

July 22, 2026

We all want a future where the land continues to be productive and supportive of agriculture. And as cattle producers, you’ve probably heard about...

Soybeans growing through cover crop biomass

Cover crop conversations: Cultural and mindset shifts

July 7, 2026

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The role of the soil microbiome in reducing nutrient loss

May 29, 2026

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Overhead drone footage of a crew installing drainage pipe down the center of a farm field plot.

July 24, 2026

Envisioning the next 150 years of crop research with the Alma Mater Plots
URBANA, Ill. — A couple of miles south of the main quad at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, a remarkable agricultural experiment is taking shape. The so-called Alma Mater Plots are unique in their setup — with 64 one-acre plots, each...

February 9, 2026

Extension Offers Conserving Your Land and Legacy Series This Spring
LENA, Ill. — University of Illinois Extension invites farmers, landowners, and community members to a three-part evening series, Conserving Your Land and Legacy. This program is designed for anyone interested in sustainable agriculture, natural resource stewardship, and...