Feedback Requested on Perennial Energy Crops
Check out the following survey hosted by the University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign. The research team want to hear your thoughts on perennial grasses to support a farmer stakeholder study.
Illinois Soybean Association Expands Agronomy Team
Illinois Soybean Association welcomes the newest member of the agronomy team. Stacy Zuber will be joining as Research Data Scientist.
Recent PCM Data Supports Recommendations for Farmers
Earlier this summer, the Precision Conservation Management (PCM) program released its data summary report for 2015-2021.
WEBINAR: Taking a Look at the 2022 Weather Year and Climate Trends in Illinois
During this ILSoyAdvisor webinar, Dr. Trent Ford will discuss what's happened with the weather so far this year and how he sees the rest of the season and harvest shaping up. He'll also discuss longer-term trends in our climate and the implications for agriculture in Illinois.
The Trick to the Pick
When it comes to smart seed buying decisions, everyone wants the highest-yielding option. But finding a hybrid or variety that matches your operation and supports your broader farm management plan is just as critical to long-term success.
WEBINAR: Farm Incomes and Environmental Outcomes: Understanding the Impact of Conservation Practices
In this ILSoyAdvisor Webinar, Laura Gentry, Ph.D., reviewed how using Precision Conservation Management (PCM) benefits farmers both financially and environmentally, including results using cover crops, tillage and conservation outcomes.
WEBINAR: Carbon Markets and the Soil and Water Outcomes Fund
1 CEU in Soil and Water Management
WEBINAR: Cover Crops & Spring Management
1 CEU in Soil and Water Management
Welcome New Precision Conservation Management Specialist
Frank Rademacher is the newest edition to the PCM team and heard about the position because he himself has been a part of PCM for several years and seen, firsthand, the benefits of the program. After graduating from the U of I in 2018 with a degree in Crop Science, he started farming with his father and helped transition their operation to 100% no-till, cover crops, and non-GMO. “I’m excited to use my agronomy background and on-farm experience to help maximize the success of the PCM farmers,” Frank says. Frank enjoys the variety farming brings – combining biology, chemistry, [...]
WEBINAR: Soil Health Tests – What, Why and How?
1 CEU in Soil and Water Management