Title: Join the Fight Against Herbicide-Resistant Waterhemp: Participate in Our Statewide Survey
Please join Dr. Aaron Hager and Travis Wilke of the University of Illinois for a webinar discussing their upcoming statewide survey of waterhemp resistance to Group 15 herbicides. Waterhemp is a troublesome weed that has developed resistance to herbicides from multiple site-of-action groups across Illinois and other states. This survey aims to gather waterhemp seed samples from fields throughout Illinois to test sensitivity to Group 15 herbicides like S-metolachlor (Dual II Magnum and others) and acetochlor (Warrant and others). In…
Title: Profitability and Conservation Practices: Results from Precision Conservation Management
Precision Conservation Management (PCM) has collected and analyzed production data on Illinois farms since 2015, with additional data from farms in Kentucky and Nebraska. In this webinar, Megan Miller (IL Soybean Association), Laura Gentry and, Greg Goodwin (IL Corn Growers Association), and Gary Schnitkey (University of Illinois) will share results from PCM's extensive dataset, providing valuable insights for farmers interested in implementing conservation practices.
Title: Corn Field Search and Rescue Tips and Techniques
Join us for this informative webinar where Ralph Kuchenbrod will provide essential tips and techniques for effectively and safely conducting searches in corn fields. Searches in agricultural settings like corn fields present unique challenges and risks that searchers must be prepared for.
Title: A farmdoc Journey in Brazil: AgTech and Innovative Farm Practices
Joana Colussi, Gary Schnitkey, Nick Paulson, and Eric Morgan recently traveled to Brazil as part of a research project on technology adoption among farmers, sponsored by the Lemann Center for Brazilian Studies. The team will share their observations and experiences from visiting the Agrishow, ag technology firms, University research groups, and farms in the Center-West.
Title: Corn Rootworm: Bt Resistance and Management Recommendations for Illinois
Corn rootworm remains the most economically damaging insect pest of corn in Illinois, though its impact in recent years has primarily been felt in the northern third of the state. The ongoing development of resistance to Bt traits has complicated management decisions for Illinois farmers. Join University of Illinois scientists to discuss the status of rootworm populations and Bt resistance throughout Illinois, as well as management recommendations for dealing with this troublesome pest.
Title: All Day Ag Outlook
The farmdoc Team, WILLAg.org, and University of Illinois Extension are proud to present the All Day Ag Outlook. This meeting has been an annual tradition in the month of March at the Beef House in Covington, Indiana since 1991.
This year's event is scheduled for Tuesday, March 7, 2023. The doors open at 7:30 a.m. central / 8:30 a.m. eastern and the $30 fee includes both coffee and rolls in the morning and a Beef House lunch.
Title: Crop Risk Management for 2023, Part Two
Many of the risk management decisions impacting 2023 crop production will be made soon. At the end of February, projected prices for crop insurance will be known.
We will cover decision related choices related to corn or soybeans, marketing, leasing, commodity title alternatives, & crop insurance alternatives
Title: IFES Online: Presenter Round Table Wrap Up
Wrap up the IFES season with the farmdoc team. Hosted by Todd Gleason. Featuring Joe Janzen, Joana Colussi, Bruce Sherrick, Jonathan Coppess, Nick Paulson & Scott Irwin.
Title: Top Ten Business Strategies 2023
As 2023 gets underway, several items deserve increased attention for farm businesses. FBFM presents a Top 10 list of forward looking strategies to consider for a successful year. Changes in cost, income, inflation, tax laws, and estate planning are some key topics discussed. Webinar will be presented by Bob Rhea and Brad Zwilling of Illinois FBFM.
Title: Crop Risk Management for 2023, Part One
Many of the risk management decisions impacting 2023 crop production will be made soon. At the end of February, projected prices for crop insurance will be known.
We will cover decision related choices related to corn or soybeans, marketing, leasing, commodity title alternatives, & crop insurance alternatives
Title: IFES Online: Farmland Price and Interest Rate Outlook
Presented by Bruce Sherrick
Title: IFES Online: Farm Bill Update
Presented by Jonathan Coppess
Title: IFES Online: South America: Expectations for Agricultural Production, Markets, and Trade
Presented by Joana Colussi
Title: IFES Online: Enterprise Budgets and Farm Income Outlook for 2023
Presented by Gary Schnitkey and Nick Paulson
Title: IFES Online: Grain Market Outlook for 2023
Presented by Joe Janzen and Scott Irwin