Kris Reynolds Receives 2026 Dave Rahe Excellence in Soils Consulting Award
Reynolds has dedicated more than 24 years to improving soil science, soil health and conservation agriculture across Illinois.
Karen Corrigan Awarded 2026 Master Adviser Award
Corrigan is an independent agronomist and instructor who has served on numerous boards and contributed to programs at both the state and national levels.
Double-crop Soybean Management Practices – Project Report
As wheat-soybean double-cropping expands north in Illinois, Giovani Preza Fontes shares field trial data on soybean maturity selection, seeding rate and fertility management.
Cover Crops and Soil Health for Better Crop Fertility Decisions
University research and field experience come together to examine how cover crop choices influence nitrogen availability, fertilizer needs, and soil function.
Illinois Extension’s 2026 Agronomy Summit in Marshall, IL
Discover the latest in crop science at Illinois Extension's 2026 Agronomy Summit in Marshall, IL, located in Clark County. Speakers and topics for the day [...]
Upcoming Webinar: Cover Crops and Soil Health for Better Crop Fertility Decisions
As cover crops and soil health take on greater importance in crop management, this webinar will discuss their influence on nutrient management and soil function.
Webinar: Cover Crops and Soil Health for Better Crop Fertility Decisions
Wednesday, January 21 at 11:00 AM CT Cover crops and soil health continue to be key management considerations on many farms. This webinar will feature [...]
Why Planting Date Changes the Link Between Soil Tests and Soybean Yield
Marcos Loman presents data showing how planting timing alters the relationship between soil test values and soybean yield response.
Decoding Soil Test Interpretations to Guide Soil and Fertilizer Nutrient Use
Dr. John Jones breaks down what soil tests are really telling you and how to use that information to fine-tune fertilizer strategies.
History of Soil Tests
Tim Smith takes a look back at how soil testing evolved and why its history still matters for today’s management decisions.
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