IL CORN TV

New to cover crops? This episode is for you! Join us as we chat with Laura Lant, an expert agronomist at Midwest Grass and Forage. In this episode, Laura shares her expertise on cover crops, specifically tailored to Illinois farmers: Success Factors and Practice Standards: Learn the key elements to ensure your cover crop plan thrives. Jump to 01:00. Overcoming Challenges: We discuss the common hur...

Plant-based milks are everywhere, but have you ever tried one made from sunshine and... corn? This ain't your grandma's silo, folks! IL Corn TV dives into the world of Maizly, a revolutionary milk alternative shaking up the dairy scene. IL Corn TV sits down with Tim Leclercq, co-founder of Maizly. He explains why corn is the most sustainable crop for milk production and how they finally...

Learn how to maximize your profit in this week's episode of IL Corn TV! Haley Bickelhaupt chats with Clay Bess from Precision Conservation Management (PCM) and they dive into strategies that can transform your corn farming from average to exceptional. Get the lowdown on precision nitrogen application, discover the sweet spot in tillage methods, and learn how to steer clear of costly regulatio...

This week on IL Corn TV, we chat with University of Illinois specialist, Dennis Bowman, about how AI can become your new farmhand! • Make sense of all that farm data: Planting, feeding, harvesting - AI can crunch the numbers and give you smarter recommendations. • Say goodbye to guesswork! New apps like CropWizard use AI to identify crops, and weeds, and answer your questions right on the spot. •...

Welcome to our IL Corn podcast where we explore the balancing act of farming and business through the lens of Sarah Hastings. Sarah isn't just a farmer; she's a driving force behind Hastings CCI Equipment, where she helps farmers optimize their grain storage for maximum profitability. But Sarah's influence extends further. As a leader on the IL Corn Growers Association board, she&ap...

Calling all Illinois farmers! Struggling to find the balance between profitability and environmental responsibility? This episode of IL Corn TV is here to help! Introduction of Greg Goodwin and PCM program. (1:05) How PCM handles and protects farmer data. (2:10) New June 2024 report announcement. (3:20) How PCM addresses nutrient loss reduction strategy goals. (3:40) Greg Goodwin's passion fo...

In today's episode, we have an exciting interview with Shelby Watson from the US Poultry and Egg Export Council (USAPEEC). Shelby explains how poultry production impacts corn prices for our farmers and how the ILCorn Marketing Board helps keep export markets open despite challenges like bird flu or Avian Influenza. Here's the inside scoop! USAPEEC and its role explained. (1:20) Challenge...

Join us as we chat with Deanne, also known as This Farm Girl Cooks, who shares her secrets to creating delicious and healthy field meals that keep farmers energized all season long. Deanne's Background: Growing up in a farm town, marrying a farmer, and starting to help out on the farm, including making field meals. (1:00) Starting This Farm Girl Cooks: Her transition from a corporate job to f...

This week, we sit down with Jim Tarmann, Managing Director at IL Corn. We'll talk about trade, locks, and dams, and how they affect our farmers. Introduction to Jim Tarmann, Managing Director at Illinois Corn. (00:41) Discussion on the significance of trade for Illinois farmers. (01:01) Importance of locks and dams. (01:20) Getting to know Jim Tarmann - background and career journey. (01:41)...

This week on IL Corn TV, we follow the journey of Illinois corn. We talk to Ellen Zimmerman, Director of Industry Relations at the U.S. Grains Council. She explains how Illinois corn gets to markets around the globe.  Here's what you'll learn: Ellen Zimmerman's insights on the importance of trade for Illinois farmers. (00:58) An in-depth look at the U.S. Grains Council's impact...

Join us this week on IL Corn TV as we embark on an adventure with veteran ag journalist Kay Shipman to uncover the real story behind farming.  Kay shares her wealth of experiences, from clarifying complex government programs to observing the evolution of agricultural journalism. She also reflects on the impactful moments when her stories made a significant difference in the lives of farm families....

This week on IL Corn TV, we meet Ryne Willard. He is currently in his redshirt sophomore year at the  College of DuPage . Ryne grew up playing baseball in Bloomington-Normal, and now he's a star pitcher for the Normal CornBelters . In this episode, you'll hear Ryne talk about: Hear Ryne reminisce about playing ball at the Corn Crib as a kid (1:00). Discover how Ryne juggles pitching for...

In this episode of IL Corn TV, we join Dan Meyer, district 12 director of the IL Corn Marketing Board, on his recent trip to Vietnam and Thailand.  Dan shares some surprising insights into how our corn is used internationally, from fish farms in Vietnam to dairy farming in Thailand. This interview is full of valuable information about how IL Corn is opening up new opportunities for farmers. Discov...

Is your farm contributing to the Dead Zone?  It might sound scary, but IL Corn TV has answers. The Dead Zone in the Gulf of Mexico is a major environmental issue, and Illinois farmers play a key role in the solution.  In this episode, we explore the Nutrient Loss Reduction Strategy (NLRS). Learn new conservation practices, improve efficiency, and protect our waterways. Megan Dwyer explains the NLR...

Happy Earth Day! Learn effective methods to extract every last bushel from your crop harvest. Join us in this episode of IL Corn TV for an eye-opening discussion with Doug Wiegand, Director of North American Sales at Precision Planting, where we uncover the secrets behind Precision Planting's groundbreaking technology. Doug talked about the game-changing technology that's putting farmers...

Unleash the Ag in your Classroom. In this episode, Kevin Daugherty, Education Director at Illinois Ag in the Classroom talked about how Ag in the classroom website provides engaging, educational resources to K-12 teachers across the state, all designed to increase agricultural literacy. The website is packed with lesson plans, activities, and reading materials that are aligned with state learning...

Discover how Farm Rescue saves family farms in crisis. In this episode, Terry Johnston, a Development Officer at Farm Rescue talked about typical scenarios where Farm Rescue offers assistance. These include: 👉 Health issues preventing farmers from completing essential tasks like planting, harvesting, or feeding livestock. 👉 Major disasters such as fires, floods, or tornadoes destroying equipment...

IL Corn TV:  Supporting Farm Families with Karen Stallman Facing the Challenges: Illinois farm families experience a stressful work environment (1:04). Farm succession and new agricultural issues add to the burden (4:22). The Helpline: Farm Family Resource Initiative Free, confidential support 24/7 for farm families (5:28). Call, text, or email for assistance (5:55) Phone: 1-833-FARM-SOS (1-833-32...

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