Why Locks and Dams Matter in Illinois?

Did you know Illinois is home to a vital waterway system that keeps our economy flowing? 

Locks and dams play a critical role in moving goods like corn, soybeans, and other products up and down the rivers efficiently. They allow barges to navigate changing river elevations, connecting farmers, manufacturers, and global markets. 

Hit play and learn why locks and dams are more than just engineering—they’re the backbone of our economy!

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Hear from Tara and Kirk an insightful discussion on the future of agriculture.

In this episode of IL Corn TV, you'll learn about:

0:18 - Understanding the Role of County Farm Bureaus
1:30 - Exploring the Champaign County Farm Bureau Foundation
2:42 - Insights into Scholarship and Fuel Grant Programs
4:18 - Ways Farmers and Communities Can Get Involved
6:02 - The Impact of AG in the Classroom on Students
7:42 - Fun Segment: Not to be Corny

Don't miss this engaging conversation on the future of agriculture. Follow IL Corn TV for more informative episodes.

#Agribusiness #FarmLife #SustainableAg #FoodProduction #RuralLife #FuelingAgriculture #FarmBureau #ILCornTV

In Part 2 of our interview with Paul Rohde, offers a comprehensive exploration of the Water Resources Development Act (WRDA), plays a pivotal role in shaping our daily lives.

Main Points:

0:00- Unpacking WRDA: A Critical Overview
1:15 -Why biennial WRDA legislation matters
1:36- Key Components of WRDA: Navigation, Flood Protection, and More
2:02- The US Army Corps of Engineers
2:43- From Farm to Table: WRDA's Impact on Supply Chains
3:25- The Challenges of Keeping the Waters Flowing
4:13- Mitigating Flood Risk: WRDA's Role
5:00- WRDA's Hidden Hand: Surprising Everyday Impacts
6:07- Navigating the Waters: Locks and Dams
7:20- Partnering for a Stronger Future: Grower Advocacy and Collaboration
8:10- Signing Off

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#WRDA #floodcontrol #navigation #ecosystemrestoration #supplychain
#farmbills #Infrastructure #Agriculture  #LocksAndDams #ILCornTV

NEW IL Corn TV Episode interviewing Brian West, a renowned fuel expert, to explore the science behind octane, ethanol, and their impact on your vehicle's performance and the environment.

Get ready to explore:

0:42 - Understanding Octane
2:14 - Balancing high octane with low-carbon fuels
3:25 - Ethanol Efficiency
4:46 - Mythbusting Fuel Economy
5:41 - Not to be Corny
6:03 - Closing

Learn how corn-based ethanol can be a sustainable fuel source and contribute to a low-carbon future. 

Subscribe now for more insightful episodes from IL Corn TV. 

#Ethanol #ILCornTV #SustainableFuel #OctaneExplained #CleanEnergy #FuelEfficiency #CornPower #LowCarbonFuture #FarmToFuel #ILCornTV

Listen to Part 2 of our interview with David Kleinschmidt!

David dives deep into the world of cover crops and no-till practices, sharing the challenges, rewards, and the importance of taking small steps along the way.

This episode explores:

1:00 - Patience and stepping back in farming
1:50 - Flexibility and observation in systems farming
2:14 - Learning from setbacks in tillage and no-till
4:03 - Building soil health takes time and management
4:43 - Start small, set goals, and find support
5:24 - Closing

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#RegenerativeFarming #SustainableAg #FarmLife #HealthySoil #CoverCropTips #CoverCrops #SoilHealth #NoTillFarming #FarmingTips #SustainableFarming #ILCornTV

Welcome to the IL Corn TV monthly recap.

In November, we dove into innovative topics and important discussions shaping agriculture. We explored AI’s role in farming with AI Meets AG Part 2 and CropWizard: AI’s Next Big Tool for Agriculture. We also busted myths with Myths About Pesticides and delved into ag controversies like pesticide use in Understand Ag’s Pesticide Controversy. Other highlights included Corn-Based Milk? Part 2, How Much Corn is in our Corn-Based Milk?, and the surprising role of cats in bird populations. Plus, we featured Robots Planting Cover Crop Seeds?! and celebrated producing in both Indiana and Illinois.

Let’s dive into this month’s highlights and see what made an impact.

Stay tuned for more exciting IL Corn TV content next month!

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Tune into a new episode of IL Corn TV! Mike and Jeff from Agris Academy reveal how they transform farming with education and innovation. 

Episode Highlights:

0:00 - Mike and Jeff’s journey to focus on education
0:30 - What is Agris Academy?
1:10 - The evolution of modern farming
2:00 - Essential tools and strategies for success
3:00 - Tackling marketing challenges
4:30 - The value of the Retained Program
5:30 - Inside the Master’s Class
7:20 - Not to be Corny
8:00 - Final thoughts and closing

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#ILCornTV #FarmInnovation #AgEd #FarmingFuture #AgriTech #SmartFarming #FarmersOfTomorrow #AgricultureEducation #AgriLeadership #FarmSuccess

The best moments from October in the height of harvest from a famous YouTuber, an FFA National leader and a Cover Crop Expert.

In Part 2 of our interview with Brandy Renshaw, she opens up about growing up with a mother who had paranoid schizophrenia and how farming became her refuge. 

Important Lessons:

0:00 – The stigma of mental illness in rural Illinois.
1:30 – Brandy’s experience with her mother’s paranoid schizophrenia.
4:00 – Emotional toll and understanding mental illness.
6:00 – Challenges in getting help and family impact.
7:15 – How farming became Brandy's escape.
9:00 – Advice for rural communities: seek help and open up.
10:40 – Empathy and social media’s role in mental health awareness.
11:40 – Closing thoughts and gratitude.

Let’s break the stigma and raise mental health awareness together. Follow IL Corn TV on Spotify!

#MentalHealthMatters #BreakTheStigma #RuralMentalHealth #EndTheSilence #MentalHealthAwareness #SupportRuralCommunities #SpeakUpForMentalHealth #EmpathyInAction #ILCornTV

Join us as we dive deep into the world of soil health and carbon markets with Mitchel Bush, President of Amplify Ag. 

In this episode, we explore:

0:00 – Introduction to Mitchel Bush of Amplify Ag
1:00 – Defining Soil Health
2:00 – The Impact of Carbon Markets
2:45 – Sampling Challenges in Drought Conditions
3:15 – When is the Best Time to Sample Soil?
4:00 – The Benefits of Annual Soil Sampling
5:05 – Details on Carbon Sampling
6:00 – Unlocking the Potential of Genetic Testing
7:00 – Not to be Corny Segment
8:01 – Episode Wrap-Up

Listen in to learn how Amplify Ag is empowering farmers to build a sustainable future.

#SoilSustainability #RegenerativeAgriculture #FarmTech #SoilConservation #AgriScience #CarbonSequestration#PrecisionAgriculture #AgInnovation #AmplifyAgKnowledge #ILCornTV