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SUMMARY:Illinois Farm Economic Summit 2025
DESCRIPTION:Save The Date: \nMonday December 15 – Dekalb\nTuesday December 16 – Peoria\nWednesday December 17 – Mt Vernon
URL:https://farmpolicynews.illinois.edu/webinar/illinois-farm-economic-summit-2025/
LOCATION:IL
CATEGORIES:IFES Meeting Page
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SUMMARY:Farm Assets Conference
DESCRIPTION:Save The Date:  Friday December 12 – Bloomington
URL:https://farmpolicynews.illinois.edu/webinar/farm-assets-conference-2025/
LOCATION:IL
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SUMMARY:Leverage Your Farm Data to Drive Profitability
DESCRIPTION:Join Precision Conservation Management (PCM) for a practical discussion on how to protect your bottom line by focusing on what you can control—your data.\n\nDrawing from 10 years of PCM farmer data\, we’ll explore how practices like reducing tillage passes and applying nitrogen more efficiently increase profitability\, even without incentive payments. You’ll also hear from a farmer who has used PCM insights to navigate tough markets and make conservation work for their operation.\n\nThis session will highlight how PCM equips farmers to manage risk\, improve resilience\, and identify profitable practices on a field-by-field basis. Participating in PCM is free\, and our specialists provide one-on-one support to help you make confident\, data-driven decisions regardless of what commodity prices and cost-share programs look like.
URL:https://farmpolicynews.illinois.edu/webinar/leverage-your-farm-data-to-drive-profitability/
LOCATION:farmdoc Webinars\, University of Illinois\, Champaign\, IL\, 61820\, United States
CATEGORIES:farmdoc Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251030T110000
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CREATED:20251014T114507Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251030T213733Z
UID:33392-1761822000-1761825600@farmpolicynews.illinois.edu
SUMMARY:Managing Risks in Beekeeping: Understanding the Apiculture Rainfall Index Insurance Program
DESCRIPTION:Apiculture Rainfall Index Insurance (API) is a relatively new insurance product offered by the USDA Risk Management Agency. API is meant to insure beekeeping operations against lower-than-average rainfall which could decrease honey production and/or affect colony health. This webinar will explore API as a potential risk management tool for beekeeping operations of all sizes—from hobbyist to commercial. Attendees will gain insights into how API differs from traditional yield and revenue crop insurance policies and how to evaluate policy decisions\, such as the coverage level and the time of year to insure.
URL:https://farmpolicynews.illinois.edu/webinar/managing-risks-in-beekeeping-understanding-the-apiculture-rainfall-index-insurance-program/
LOCATION:farmdoc Webinars\, University of Illinois\, Champaign\, IL\, 61820\, United States
CATEGORIES:farmdoc Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251023T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251023T120000
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CREATED:20251017T201743Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251023T222935Z
UID:33427-1761217200-1761220800@farmpolicynews.illinois.edu
SUMMARY:Government Shutdown and Agriculture
DESCRIPTION:Join members of the farmdoc team and some special guests for a discussion of the impacts of the government shutdown on agriculture.  Panelists will talk about how the shutdown has already impacted data and reports for the sector\, as well as farmers’ finances and access to services\, through the first three weeks.  The group will also provide a look ahead for future impacts to be aware of if the shutdown continues and answer questions from participants.
URL:https://farmpolicynews.illinois.edu/webinar/government-shutdown-and-agriculture/
LOCATION:farmdoc Webinars\, University of Illinois\, Champaign\, IL\, 61820\, United States
CATEGORIES:farmdoc Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251007T110000
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CREATED:20250325T124550Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251007T214141Z
UID:32319-1759834800-1759856400@farmpolicynews.illinois.edu
SUMMARY:The Hidden Costs of Extra Tillage Passes: Is It Worth It?
DESCRIPTION:A detailed analysis of tillage systems (no-till\, strip-till\, 1-pass\, 2-pass\, etc.) and their impact on your bottom line\, soil health\, and environmental outcomes. Learn how PCM’s data from 2015-2023 can help you make informed decisions to save time\, money\, and your soil.
URL:https://farmpolicynews.illinois.edu/webinar/the-hidden-costs-of-extra-tillage-passes-is-it-worth-it-2/
LOCATION:farmdoc Webinars\, University of Illinois\, Champaign\, IL\, 61820\, United States
CATEGORIES:farmdoc Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250925T110000
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CREATED:20250911T173413Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250925T200534Z
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SUMMARY:Overview of Fertilizer Market Trends and Management Decisions for 2026
DESCRIPTION:Join Nick Paulson\, Gary Schnitkey\, and Henrique Monaco for a webinar focused on fertilizer market trends and related management decisions for 2026. The webinar will include information on the trends in the U.S. fertilizer market\, discuss the results from a survey of farmers on their fertilizer decisions and perceptions of the market\, and provide guidance and suggestions for resulting management decisions for the 2026 crop year.
URL:https://farmpolicynews.illinois.edu/webinar/overview-of-fertilizer-market-trends-and-management-decisions-for-2026/
LOCATION:farmdoc Webinars\, University of Illinois\, Champaign\, IL\, 61820\, United States
CATEGORIES:farmdoc Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250918T110000
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CREATED:20250908T123242Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250918T214054Z
UID:33211-1758193200-1758196800@farmpolicynews.illinois.edu
SUMMARY:Farmland Values and Rental Agreements in Illinois for 2026
DESCRIPTION:University of Illinois agricultural economists Dr. Gary Schnitkey and Dr. Nick Paulson invite you to a webinar focused on farmland values and rental agreements for the 2026 production year. They will present an overview of the current state of Illinois farmland values and rents and discuss the factors which will impact values and rent negotiations for 2026. The webinar will incorporate and rely on data from USDA\, IL FBFM\, and professional farm managers in Illinois to provide a range of perspectives. This session aims to equip both landowners and farmers with knowledge to navigate rent negotiations in a challenging farm economy.
URL:https://farmpolicynews.illinois.edu/webinar/farmland-values-and-rental-agreements-in-illinois-for-2026/
LOCATION:farmdoc Webinars\, University of Illinois\, Champaign\, IL\, 61820\, United States
CATEGORIES:farmdoc Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250805T110000
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CREATED:20250121T130555Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250812T171138Z
UID:31905-1754391600-1754395200@farmpolicynews.illinois.edu
SUMMARY:Smart Nitrogen Management: Timing\, Rate\, and ROI
DESCRIPTION:Learn how to optimize nitrogen fertilizer rates and application timing to boost profitability and efficiency. Discover PCM’s data-driven insights into nitrogen management on both high- and low-SPR soils.
URL:https://farmpolicynews.illinois.edu/webinar/smart-nitrogen-management-timing-rate-and-roi-2/
LOCATION:farmdoc Webinars\, University of Illinois\, Champaign\, IL\, 61820\, United States
CATEGORIES:farmdoc Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250731T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250731T120000
DTSTAMP:20260502T042251
CREATED:20250722T112431Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250801T101620Z
UID:32869-1753959600-1753963200@farmpolicynews.illinois.edu
SUMMARY:OBBBA Tax Changes: Strategic Planning for Farm Operations in 2025 and Beyond
DESCRIPTION:Explore the wide-ranging tax provisions in the One Big Beautiful Bill Act affecting farm businesses. From permanent bonus depreciation and expanded Section 179 deductions to new agricultural payment limits and real estate loan incentives\, learn how these changes create both immediate opportunities and long-term planning considerations for farm taxpayers.
URL:https://farmpolicynews.illinois.edu/webinar/obbba-tax-changes-strategic-planning-for-farm-operations-in-2025-and-beyond/
LOCATION:farmdoc Webinars\, University of Illinois\, Champaign\, IL\, 61820\, United States
CATEGORIES:farmdoc Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250715T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250715T130000
DTSTAMP:20260502T042251
CREATED:20250708T001652Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250715T231238Z
UID:32776-1752580800-1752584400@farmpolicynews.illinois.edu
SUMMARY:Changes to Commodity and Crop Insurance Programs in the OBBBA
DESCRIPTION:We will provide farmers and landowners with information they need to know about the commodity title and crop insurance provisions in the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) signed into law on July 4th\, 2025.  OBBA increases the chances and size of PLC/ARC for 2025 and succeeding years.  Those payments will not be received until October 2026. Some landowners may add base acres as a result of this bill.  Also\, farmers will need to re-evaluate the use of the Supplemental Coverage Option (SCO) as a result of OBBBA provisions.
URL:https://farmpolicynews.illinois.edu/webinar/changes-to-commodity-and-crop-insurance-programs-in-the-obbba/
LOCATION:farmdoc Webinars\, University of Illinois\, Champaign\, IL\, 61820\, United States
CATEGORIES:farmdoc Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250603T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250603T110000
DTSTAMP:20260502T042251
CREATED:20250121T124851Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250604T131023Z
UID:31895-1748948400-1748948400@farmpolicynews.illinois.edu
SUMMARY:10 Years of PCM Data: What Actually Pays on Your Farm?
DESCRIPTION:What in-field practices are really making money on Midwest farms? Join us as we dig into PCM’s latest data publication featuring 10 years of financial analysis from Illinois farms. \nWe’ll show how reduced tillage systems\, optimal nitrogen rates\, and strategic use of cover crops can protect your margins – especially in years where profitability is a challenge. Learn what the most profitable farmers are doing differently and how you can apply these insights to your own operation.
URL:https://farmpolicynews.illinois.edu/webinar/cover-crops-and-weed-management-reducing-herbicide-costs/
LOCATION:farmdoc Webinars\, University of Illinois\, Champaign\, IL\, 61820\, United States
CATEGORIES:farmdoc Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250401T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250401T120000
DTSTAMP:20260502T042251
CREATED:20250121T124456Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250401T205225Z
UID:31893-1743505200-1743508800@farmpolicynews.illinois.edu
SUMMARY:The Yield Trap: Why Higher Yields Don't Always Equal Higher Profits
DESCRIPTION:Exploring the complex relationship between yield and profitability\, using PCM’s extensive data to demonstrate how lower input costs can sometimes lead to better financial outcomes despite slightly reduced yields.
URL:https://farmpolicynews.illinois.edu/webinar/the-yield-trap-why-higher-yields-dont-always-equal-higher-profits/
LOCATION:farmdoc Webinars\, University of Illinois\, Champaign\, IL\, 61820\, United States
CATEGORIES:farmdoc Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250328T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250328T120000
DTSTAMP:20260502T042251
CREATED:20250211T173917Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250328T202305Z
UID:32080-1743159600-1743163200@farmpolicynews.illinois.edu
SUMMARY:Deadline Decisions: Making the Right ARC/PLC Choice for 2025
DESCRIPTION:With the April 15th deadline approaching\, this crucial session focuses on the 2025 ARC/PLC program election decision. The webinar will analyze the three program options (ARC-CO\, PLC\, and ARC-IC) using current market projections and historical data. Dr. Schnitkey and Dr. Paulson will provide commodity-specific analysis for major Illinois crops\, examining how different price scenarios could trigger payments under each program option. The presentation will include decision tools and specific recommendations based on various farm situations and risk management goals.
URL:https://farmpolicynews.illinois.edu/webinar/deadline-decisions-making-the-right-arc-plc-choice-for-2025/
LOCATION:farmdoc Webinars\, University of Illinois\, Champaign\, IL\, 61820\, United States
CATEGORIES:farmdoc Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250325T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250325T120000
DTSTAMP:20260502T042251
CREATED:20250325T124849Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250325T235037Z
UID:32321-1742900400-1742904000@farmpolicynews.illinois.edu
SUMMARY:Now What Do I Do: The Initial Steps to the Estate Plan
DESCRIPTION:This session builds on the foundation established in the first webinar by providing a practical roadmap for initiating the estate planning process. JR Glenn will outline the essential first steps farm families should take when beginning their estate planning journey\, including gathering necessary documentation\, identifying key stakeholders\, and understanding various planning tools available. The discussion will cover critical considerations such as business succession\, tax implications\, and risk management strategies. Participants will leave with a clear understanding of how to begin implementing their estate plan and when to engage professional assistance.
URL:https://farmpolicynews.illinois.edu/webinar/now-what-do-i-do-the-initial-steps-to-the-estate-plan-2/
LOCATION:farmdoc Webinars\, University of Illinois\, Champaign\, IL\, 61820\, United States
CATEGORIES:farmdoc Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250313T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250313T160000
DTSTAMP:20260502T042251
CREATED:20250220T153048Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250314T035313Z
UID:32139-1741878000-1741881600@farmpolicynews.illinois.edu
SUMMARY:South America's Crop Season Update: Soybeans\, Corn\, and Export Markets
DESCRIPTION:Joana Colussi (farmdoc team) and Silvina Cabrini (National Institute of Agricultural Technology\, Argentina) will provide an update on the current crop season in South America\, focusing on soybean and corn production. They will also discuss the potential for cropland expansion in Brazil\, export prospects considering supply dynamics\, and recent changes in Argentina’s export taxes.
URL:https://farmpolicynews.illinois.edu/webinar/south-americas-crop-season-update-soybeans-corn-and-export-markets/
LOCATION:farmdoc Webinars\, University of Illinois\, Champaign\, IL\, 61820\, United States
CATEGORIES:farmdoc Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250304
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250305
DTSTAMP:20260502T042251
CREATED:20250204T170624Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250204T171258Z
UID:32014-1741046400-1741132799@farmpolicynews.illinois.edu
SUMMARY:All Day Ag Outlook at the Beef House
DESCRIPTION:The meeting is hosted by the farmdoc team from the University of Illinois Department of Agricultural and Consumer Economics\, WILLAg.org\, University of Illinois Extension\, and Illinois Public Media. The All Day Ag Outlook was first hosted at the Beef House in March 1991. “The event always anchors farm-related decisions from what crops to plant and when to market to how world events influence commodity exports\,” said organizer and host Todd Gleason\, farmdoc team member and University of Illinois Extension farm broadcaster.\n\nThis year’s lineup includes presentations on the South American and U.S. growing seasons\, autonomous operations on the farm\, budgets and outlook\, crop insurance\, the price of farmland\, and panel discussions – one on soybeans and one on corn.
URL:https://farmpolicynews.illinois.edu/webinar/all-day-ag-outlook-2/
LOCATION:Beef House Restaurant
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250303T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250303T120000
DTSTAMP:20260502T042251
CREATED:20250211T173253Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250303T223101Z
UID:32077-1740999600-1741003200@farmpolicynews.illinois.edu
SUMMARY:Navigating 2025 Crop Insurance Choices
DESCRIPTION:Dr. Gary Schnitkey and Dr. Nick Paulson will provide comprehensive analysis of 2025 crop insurance alternatives for Illinois grain producers. The session will examine coverage levels\, product types\, and supplemental options including SCO (Supplemental Coverage Option). Special attention will be given to the interaction between crop insurance choices and farm program decisions\, particularly how PLC enrollment affects SCO eligibility. The presentation will include updated premium information and coverage calculations based on current market conditions. Participants will gain practical insights for selecting optimal coverage levels and products for their operations.
URL:https://farmpolicynews.illinois.edu/webinar/navigating-2025-crop-insurance-choices/
LOCATION:farmdoc Webinars\, University of Illinois\, Champaign\, IL\, 61820\, United States
CATEGORIES:farmdoc Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250227T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250227T120000
DTSTAMP:20260502T042251
CREATED:20250217T142251Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250227T234043Z
UID:32107-1740654000-1740657600@farmpolicynews.illinois.edu
SUMMARY:Add It Up: Property and Legacy on the Farm
DESCRIPTION:This opening session focuses on the fundamental aspects of assessing and valuing farm property while considering its role in legacy planning. JR Glenn will share his legal expertise on property rights\, ownership structures\, and valuation methods specific to agricultural operations. Participants will learn about the various components that make up a farm’s value\, including land\, equipment\, and operational assets\, while understanding how these elements factor into long-term legacy planning decisions. The session will address common challenges in agricultural property assessment and provide strategies for maintaining family harmony while planning for the future.
URL:https://farmpolicynews.illinois.edu/webinar/add-it-up-property-and-legacy-on-the-farm/
LOCATION:farmdoc Webinars\, University of Illinois\, Champaign\, IL\, 61820\, United States
CATEGORIES:farmdoc Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250225T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250225T120000
DTSTAMP:20260502T042251
CREATED:20250204T201936Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250225T220439Z
UID:32032-1740481200-1740484800@farmpolicynews.illinois.edu
SUMMARY:H5N1 Prevention Strategies: A Guide for Agricultural Producers
DESCRIPTION:This webinar provides information to agricultural producers and the public regarding testing for H5N1 and infection prevention and control recommendations \nMark Ernst\, DVM\, Illinois State Veterinarian\nTasha Bunting\, Director of Commodity Programs & Farm Systems\, Illinois Farm Bureau
URL:https://farmpolicynews.illinois.edu/webinar/h5n1-prevention-strategies-a-guide-for-agricultural-producers/
LOCATION:farmdoc Webinars\, University of Illinois\, Champaign\, IL\, 61820\, United States
CATEGORIES:farmdoc Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250220T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250220T120000
DTSTAMP:20260502T042251
CREATED:20250106T140235Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250220T221859Z
UID:31798-1740049200-1740052800@farmpolicynews.illinois.edu
SUMMARY:IFES 2024 – Farm Policy Update
DESCRIPTION:Jonathan Coppess will discuss the state of and outlook for the Farm Bill and farm policy including commodity (ARC/PLC)\, conservation\, and crop insurance programs. He will review the issues challenging Farm Bill reauthorizations\, as well as initiatives to modify farm policy from crop insurance changes\, to refence prices\, and the Inflation Reduction Act.
URL:https://farmpolicynews.illinois.edu/webinar/ifes-2024-farm-policy-update/
LOCATION:farmdoc Webinars\, University of Illinois\, Champaign\, IL\, 61820\, United States
CATEGORIES:farmdoc Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250218T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250218T170000
DTSTAMP:20260502T042251
CREATED:20250204T201631Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250219T020609Z
UID:32028-1739865600-1739898000@farmpolicynews.illinois.edu
SUMMARY:H5N1 in America: Understanding the Outbreak and Illinois Response
DESCRIPTION:This webinar will provide an overview of H5N1 in the U.S. and current surveillance and monitoring efforts in Illinois. \nMatthew W. Nonnenmann\, PhD\, CIH\, Professor\, UNMC Department of Environmental\, Agricultural and Occupational Health\nGuy Sprouls\, Dairy Equipment Specialist / State Rating Officer at Illinois Department of Public Health
URL:https://farmpolicynews.illinois.edu/webinar/h5n1-in-america-understanding-the-outbreak-and-illinois-response/
LOCATION:farmdoc Webinars\, University of Illinois\, Champaign\, IL\, 61820\, United States
CATEGORIES:farmdoc Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250217T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250217T170000
DTSTAMP:20260502T042251
CREATED:20250217T142622Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250217T142622Z
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SUMMARY:Now What Do I Do: The Initial Steps to the Estate Plan
DESCRIPTION:This session builds on the foundation established in the first webinar by providing a practical roadmap for initiating the estate planning process. JR Glenn will outline the essential first steps farm families should take when beginning their estate planning journey\, including gathering necessary documentation\, identifying key stakeholders\, and understanding various planning tools available. The discussion will cover critical considerations such as business succession\, tax implications\, and risk management strategies. Participants will leave with a clear understanding of how to begin implementing their estate plan and when to engage professional assistance.
URL:https://farmpolicynews.illinois.edu/webinar/now-what-do-i-do-the-initial-steps-to-the-estate-plan/
LOCATION:IL
CATEGORIES:farmdoc Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250213T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250213T120000
DTSTAMP:20260502T042251
CREATED:20250106T135904Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250213T230424Z
UID:31796-1739444400-1739448000@farmpolicynews.illinois.edu
SUMMARY:IFES 2024 – Management Strategies with Low Incomes
DESCRIPTION:Illinois Crop Budgets for 2024 and 2025 suggest negative per acre returns to corn\, soybeans\, and wheat that could result in some of the lowest farm incomes experienced in the last 4 decades. This session will focus on management strategies farm businesses should consider as they prepare for what could be another multiple-year period of low returns.
URL:https://farmpolicynews.illinois.edu/webinar/ifes-2024-management-strategies-with-low-incomes/
LOCATION:farmdoc Webinars\, University of Illinois\, Champaign\, IL\, 61820\, United States
CATEGORIES:farmdoc Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250206T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250206T120000
DTSTAMP:20260502T042251
CREATED:20250106T135405Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250206T212408Z
UID:31793-1738839600-1738843200@farmpolicynews.illinois.edu
SUMMARY:IFES 2024 – Alternative Ag Insurance Products
DESCRIPTION:Brittney Goodrich will review some less commonly used federal crop insurance options\, like Pasture Rangeland and Forage Rainfall Index Insurance\, Whole Farm Revenue Protection\, and livestock price and margin protection products.
URL:https://farmpolicynews.illinois.edu/webinar/ifes-2024-alternative-ag-insurance-products/
LOCATION:farmdoc Webinars\, University of Illinois\, Champaign\, IL\, 61820\, United States
CATEGORIES:farmdoc Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250204T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250204T120000
DTSTAMP:20260502T042251
CREATED:20250121T123809Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250204T235806Z
UID:31890-1738666800-1738670400@farmpolicynews.illinois.edu
SUMMARY:What Is PCM? Driving Profitability Through Conservation and Data
DESCRIPTION:New webinar series from Precision Conservation Management! We’ll start by learning how this farmer-led program combines data analysis\, technical assistance\, and cost-share incentives to help farmers improve profitability and environmental impacts that affect future regulation. Discover PCM’s history\, explore key insights from its decade-long database\, and see how its programs can benefit your operation. Whether you’re new to PCM or looking to deepen your understanding\, this webinar will provide the foundation you need to start making data-driven decisions for your farm.
URL:https://farmpolicynews.illinois.edu/webinar/what-is-pcm-driving-profitability-through-conservation-and-data/
LOCATION:farmdoc Webinars\, University of Illinois\, Champaign\, IL\, 61820\, United States
CATEGORIES:farmdoc Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250130T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250130T120000
DTSTAMP:20260502T042251
CREATED:20250106T134924Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250130T203704Z
UID:31791-1738234800-1738238400@farmpolicynews.illinois.edu
SUMMARY:IFES 2024 - Macro and Farm Financials Update
DESCRIPTION:With projected lower farm incomes than the highs in the early 2020’s\, we analyze Illinois FBFM data and economic factors impacting agriculture.  Using this information and trends\, we will assess the impact of inflation\, interest rates\, and farm credit conditions on liquidity\, land values\, farm debt\, and deferred tax liabilities.
URL:https://farmpolicynews.illinois.edu/webinar/ifes-2024-macro-and-farm-financials-update/
LOCATION:farmdoc Webinars\, University of Illinois\, Champaign\, IL\, 61820\, United States
CATEGORIES:farmdoc Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250123T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250123T120000
DTSTAMP:20260502T042251
CREATED:20250106T134512Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250123T224758Z
UID:31789-1737630000-1737633600@farmpolicynews.illinois.edu
SUMMARY:IFES 2024 - What to Expect from the South American Crop Season
DESCRIPTION:Joana Colussi will provide an update on South America’s crop production\, focusing on soybeans and corn in Brazil and Argentina. She will also explore the potential for cropland expansion and export prospects\, taking into account supply dynamics and global demand trends.
URL:https://farmpolicynews.illinois.edu/webinar/ifes-2024-what-to-expect-from-the-south-american-crop-season/
LOCATION:farmdoc Webinars\, University of Illinois\, Champaign\, IL\, 61820\, United States
CATEGORIES:farmdoc Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250116T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250116T120000
DTSTAMP:20260502T042251
CREATED:20250106T134047Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250116T213509Z
UID:31780-1737025200-1737028800@farmpolicynews.illinois.edu
SUMMARY:IFES 2024 - Grain Market Outlook
DESCRIPTION:Joe Janzen will discuss corn\, soybean\, and wheat price prospects for 2025. He will provide an update on current global market fundamentals and consider what price expectations based on the latest supply and demand estimates mean for farm grain marketing in the year ahead.
URL:https://farmpolicynews.illinois.edu/webinar/ifes-2024-grain-market-outlook/
LOCATION:farmdoc Webinars\, University of Illinois\, Champaign\, IL\, 61820\, United States
CATEGORIES:farmdoc Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241216
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241219
DTSTAMP:20260502T042251
CREATED:20240926T154146Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240926T154435Z
UID:31289-1734307200-1734566399@farmpolicynews.illinois.edu
SUMMARY:Illinois Farm Economic Summit 2024
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://farmpolicynews.illinois.edu/webinar/illinois-farm-economic-summit-2024-dec/
LOCATION:IL
CATEGORIES:IFES Meeting Page
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