Monthly average temperatures during “meteorological winter” were above freezing throughout a sizable chunk of Illinois, and the $64,000 question is — how has that impacted insect populations?

Planting corn, soybeans, test plots and spraying pre-emerge herbicides had the members of the Rahn family moving through their fields in Carroll County toward the end of April.

Illinois Wheat Association is inviting farmers and researchers to tour wheat fields and take estimate yields of the winter wheat crop during its annual Wheat Plot Tour on May 21.

Resiliency is important for farmers to leverage resources and technology to make their operations sustainable for future generations.

Food companies are using technology to improve sustainability at every step of the supply chain.

The Soil and Water Outcomes Fund and John Deere announced a new collaboration, bringing an integrated digital experience to farmers participating in SWOF’s leading agricultural ecosystem services program.

Studies from Pioneer show that there are several benefits to early-planted soybeans. Research consistently demonstrates that the timing of soybean planting influences soybean yield.

Planting soybeans earlier than what was the norm back in the day is another way to drive yield, but don’t overlook soil conditions and the forecast.

Farmers, advisers and conservation professionals looking to sharpen their skills are encouraged to apply for the Illinois Sustainable Ag Partnership’s Soil Health Leadership program.