Edge of Field Considerations: A Farmer Perspective

Source: University of Illinois Extension

Edge-of-field practices reduce nutrient loss, improve wildlife habitats, and support long-term sustainability. In this episode, farmers Brian Corkill, Brent Fowler, and Jim Fulton from Henry, McDonough, and Livingston counties share their experiences with implementing these conservation practices, offering valuable insights for landowners and farmers.

Length: 23:00

Year Produced: 2024

State: Illinois

Cropping Systems: Corn, Soybean

Tags: bioreactor, buffer strips, constructed wetlands, edge-of-field practices, Erosion Control, Filter Strips, grassed waterways, Nutrient Loss, prairie strips, water quality, wildlife