The Illinois Nutrient Loss Reduction Podcast

Explore efforts to reduce nutrients in Illinois waterways from agricultural runoff to municipal wastewater with host Todd Gleason and producers Rachel Curry, and Nicole Haverback. Read the blog at extension.illinois.edu/nlr/blog
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In Episode 78 of the Illinois Nutrient Loss Reduction Podcast, University of Illinois agricultural economist Marin Skidmore discusses her study reviewing 35 years of USDA wetland restoration.
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Episode 67 | The Agronomics of Nitrogen, Phosphorus and Potassium

As harvest wraps up, many farmers are turning their attention to fall fertilizer applications. Managing nitrogen (N), phosphorus (P), and potassium (K) levels is crucial, especially with variable weather and input costs. In episode 67,...

Illinois Landowner Conservation Series

Explore efforts to reduce nutrients in Illinois waterways from agricultural runoff to municipal wastewater with host Todd Gleason and producers Rachel Curry, Nicole Haverback, and Emma Eldridge.  

Episode 66 | Edge of Field Considerations: A Farmer Perspective

Edge-of-field practices reduce nutrient loss, improve wildlife habitats, and support long-term sustainability. In this episode, farmers Brian Corkill, Brent Fowler, and Jim Fulton from Henry, McDonough, and Livingston counties share their experiences with implementing these conservation...

Episode 65 | Phosphorus and streambanks: a battle for cleaner waterways

In Episode 65 of the Illinois Nutrient Loss Reduction Podcast, we take a deeper look at the importance of stable streambanks in keeping waterways clean and protecting farmlands with Dr. Andrew Margenot from University of...
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Episode 64 | Register for the Ag & Climate Conference

The North Central Agriculture and Climate Conference aims to connect research, extension, and outreach within the agricultural community and will be held at the Peoria Civic Center from July 31 to August 1, 2024.  
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Episode 63 | Data Intensive Farm Management (DIFM.farm)

With thin profit margins and the high cost of inputs, there is a need to make farming more efficient and profitable. One way that researchers and farmers are working together to do this is through data-intensive farm management. 
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Episode 61 | Uncovering the Power of Clover Cover

Interested in diversifying your cover crop mix or exploring the power of clover cover? Episode 61 of the Illinois Nutrient Loss Reduction podcast looks into utilizing clover as a cover crop with Adam Dahmer, farmer from Williamson County in southern Illinois, and Nathan Johanning, Commercial...
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