Protecting Our Land Videos

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Conservation Practices Support Illinois Families

Illinois farmers engage in conservation practices for families today and tomorrow.

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Protecting Our Soil Starts with Illinois Farmers

Conservation practices help farmers protect the soil as they produce our food supply.

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Illinois Farmers Are Dedicated to Soil Conservation

Soil is the foundation for everything we do, and Illinois farmers protect that resource.

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Dairy Farm Waste Makes Farms More Sustainable

Illinois dairy farmers use waste products to efficiently meet their crop fertility needs.

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Illinois Beef Producers Limit Nutrient Waste

Using cattle manure as fertilizer, Illinois farmers limit nutrient waste in the ecosystem.

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Grassed Waterways Help Illlinois Farms Protect Soil

Using grassed waterways, Illlinois farmers can limit erosion and soil loss on their farms.

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Saturated Buffers Help Protect Water Quality

Saturated buffers are a conservation practice that protects water quality near farms.

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CRP Lets Farmers Protect Native Wildlife

The Conservation Reserve Program helps Illlinois farmers protect native wildlife habitats.

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On-Farm Conservation with Hog Production

Hog farm waste products can be a safe, sustainable source of fertility for row crops.

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Pollinator Habitats Vital for Conservation

Protecting pollinators and native plants is vital to on-farm conservation efforts.

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IFB Connections Improve Ag's Sustainability

IFB encourages more sustainable practices by connecting farmers with researchers.

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Partnerships Enhance Sustainable Illinois Farming

Partnerships with research and government improve sustainable farm practices in Illinois.

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Tree Buffer Makes IL Hog Farm More Neighborly

Adding tree buffers to this operation limited the odors and dust from livestock.

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Cover Crops and No-till Protect Land

Illinois farmers use conservation practices to protect land for future generations.

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Wood Bioreactors Help IL Farms Preserve Water

Woodchip bioreactors keep water cleaner as it moves off the farm.

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Soil Sampling Helps Farmers Keep Soil Healthy

Soil sampling lets Illinois farmers grow a better crop while encouraging healthier soils.