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Sunshine peeks through large clouds over thick dust, which shrouds a country road running between two farm fields.

Dust Storms in Illinois: Getting dust to settle, stay on Illinois farmland

June 13, 2025

As another large dust storm impacted Illinois in May, the conversation and questions continue about why and how to get the dust to settle and stay in the field rather than across roadways. Although it is not a new environmental event, the dangers are always present, and questions arise....

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