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Farmers talking during a panel discussion in Knox County.
Edge-of-field considerations: A farmer perspective
Edge-of-field practices help reduce nutrient loss, improve wildlife habitats, and support long-term farm sustainability. A farmer panel hosted in...
Soil carbon addresses climate resiliency for the future
Soil is more than just dirt; it is a vital component of our ecosystem. It provides nutrients for plants, supports biodiversity, and plays a crucial...
Stream flowing through a wooded area
Phosphorus and streambanks: a battle for cleaner waterways
Streams are an integral part of our ecosystem. They provide a source of drinking water and an important habitat for aquatic life, but they also drain...
No-till soybean residue with rye cover crop
Cover crops offer benefits beyond improved soil health
In recent years, cover crops have gained popularity as a sustainable agricultural practice that farmers can implement to improve the health and...
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A tractor pulling participants throughout the field.
Program highlights best practices for southern Illinois growers
EWING, Ill. – For over a century, Ewing Demonstration Center has been a cornerstone of agricultural research and collaboration in southern Illinois. Rooted in a rich history, this center serves as a hub where farmers, agricultural professionals, and University researchers come together to...
a field of straw and cover crops
Farmers share how to keep your soil on your fields
EFFINGHAM, Ill. — When it comes to farming, there is no substitute for experience. This August, 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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Videos

Vermicomposting - Turning Leftovers into Soil

When we are asked to describe an ocean, forest, desert, or even our backyard we can give a pretty clear description about what one might find there. When asked what is under the ground, we tend to be unsure and it becomes clear how little we know about what is below our own backyards. Worms come...

School and Community Gardens Learning Module

Bring the garden into the schoolyard with our online School and Community Gardens Self-Paced Learning Modules. A school garden can be many things, from a pollinator garden, to a sensory garden, or a bulb garden. Our online learning modules focus on vegetable gardening while we take you on a...

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