The Farmer-to-Farmer Soil Health Series
There’s no one-size fits all model for soil health. Each farmer has to make decisions based on their soil type, landscape, time, and finances. While there’s no perfect prescription, there are plenty of farmers out…
Make a More Just Food System, Join the Alliance
Everyone deserves wholesome food, fair practices, and healthy ecosystems. Together, we can make that a reality. Read on to learn how YOU can make a difference to farmers like Katie Bishop and to your community.…
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Join us at an Annual Meeting Near You!
We’re trying something new this year. Traditionally, Alliance members gather in the winter for a large annual meeting in Springfield. But our membership has grown so much, we’re going to try bringing the annual meeting to you. Now you can choose to join us in…
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Tell Sonny: Share Your Perspective with the USDA Fruit & Vegetable Industry Advisory Committee
USDA Secretary Sonny Perdue wants to hear from fruit and vegetable growers like you. This fall, Secretary Perdue appointed Molly Gleason of Illinois Stewardship Alliance as one of 25 members on the national Fruit and Vegetable Industry Advisory Committee (FVIAC). Molly will be our voice…
Get ready for the 2019 Illinois Conservation Cropping Seminars
Two HOT speakers will discuss Soil Health solutions! Using cover crops and improving soil health remain hot topics in 2018 and the trend is not fading. In fact, the go-getters have already seeded their cover crops. What’s stopping you? If you’re a farmer or landowner…
Upcoming Forum to Discuss Economic Potential of Industrial Hemp in the Greater Peoria Region
PEKIN, IL — Since the legalization of industrial hemp production at both the state and federal levels at the end of 2018, farmers hope to learn more about the market potential for a crop that has eluded industrial production in the United States for over…
Our Take on the Farm Bill Deal
Big investments in the “Tiny but Mighty” Local Ag Marketing and Beginning Farmer Programs show Farm-to-Table movement more than a fad But conservation cuts will hit Illinois producers and waterways hard Springfield, IL— Farm Bill negotiators reached a deal last night, releasing an 800-page draft…
PFI Small Grain Cost Share
Big news for Illinois small grains growers! The Practical Farmers of Iowa (PFI) received a new NRCS Conservation Innovation Grant (CIG) which allows them to continue to offer small grains cost share in 2019-2021. Why is that good news for, Illinois? The new CIG gives PFI the…
Small Grains Workshops
Illinois Farmers are facing mounting challenges. Tariffs are eliminating markets and driving down the prices of corn and soybeans. Water quality and soil health are ever-present concerns. And, the lack of diversified crops and biodiversity in commodity agriculture remain a major issue. To help mitigate…
Old Capitol Farmers Market Breaks Records in 19th Season
The Old Capitol Farmers Market wrapped up its 19th season this year with growing numbers. The second year of Market data collection program not only revealed increased sales and attendance, but also the ways in which the Market contributes to the economic, environmental, and social…