Representing farmers on a U.S. EPA Committee, Lauren Lurkins, Director of Environmental Policy at Illinois Farm Bureau, details the first official meeting of the Farm Ranch and Rural Advisory Committee.

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What should you know when choosing a mask to protect against COVID19. Dr. Westman from Duke University shares his recent study results on the effectiveness of 14 different options that are out on the market right now. The results will likely surprise you.

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Don Schaefer, Mid-West Truckers, talks to RFD's Rita Frazer about 9-11-01 and the Emergency Preparedness Plans that followed, which has helped the trucking industry keep moving during COVID-19.

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DeAnne Bloomberg, Director of Issues Management, Illinois Farm Bureau, and Amy Bradford, Growmark Corporate Communication Manager, join RFD's Rita Frazer to talk issues of the week and 9/11 remembered.

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Cover crops offer a funding source while also improving the soil in your fields. Grant Hammer, Executive Director, Association of Illinois Soil and Water Conservation Districts, explains the importance of cover crops in Illinois.

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Have you wondered about the Illinois Cover Crop-Crop Insurance Premium Discount Program and partnerships for conservation in the state? Kris Renolds, Midwest Regional Director at American Farmland Trust, joins RFD's Rita Frazer to provide some insights into the programs.

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How can insect activity data help farmers make plans in 2021? Kelly Estes, Agricultural Pest Survey Coordinator, shares details on RFD Today.

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RFD’s Rita Frazer salutes the late Illinois Governor Jim Thompson and his contribution to Illinois Agriculture, as told by two of his Ag Directors. Illinois Veteran Farm Broadcasters Mike Perrine and Peggy Kaye interview John Block and Larry Werries about the Thompson years and their memories of Big Jim.

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What do harvest, a positive export of soybeans, opportunities for soybean farmers, and American pride have in common? Scott Gaffner, Illinois Soybean Association Director, that's what.

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A visit with Lauren Lurkins, Director of Environmental Policy, at Illinois Farm Bureau reveals plans for the remaining virtual field days and moving the needle in Illinois with the Nutrient Loss Reduction Strategy.

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