This presentation was recorded at the 2024 Soybean Summit on February 1st in Champaign, IL.

Kris Reynolds covers diverse conservation funding opportunities for farmers. His emphasis is on IRA funding, Partners for Conservation, and Partnerships for Climate Smart Commodities. Viewers can expect insights into NRCS Act Now and a breakdown of the top 10 things to know about carbon markets. Kris also shares valuable resources from the Illinois Sustainable Ag Partnership, such as the cover crop incentive directory, and spotlight the Illinois Department of Ag’s “Fall Covers for Spring Savings Program.”

Kris Reynolds, CCA, joined American Farmland Trust in 2017, managing Midwest programs focused on sustainable farming practices, farmland protection, and water quality improvement. With 15 years of experience as a Resource Conservationist and Cover Crop Specialist, he collaborates with farmers and landowners. Kris, a 5th-generation farmer, actively incorporates soil health practices, such as cover crops and no-till, on his corn and soybean farm in Nokomis, Illinois. Holding a B.S. in Agronomy and Ag Business from Illinois State University, he is also a 4R Nutrient Management and Sustainability Specialist.