NRCS Conservation Practices Field Day at ITAV

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Tuesday August 20, 5 - 7 pm
Location:
Just Roots Chicago's It Takes A Village Farm
(on Grace United Church of Christ property)
2500 223rd St, Sauk Village, IL 60411

Please Note: Use Grace United Church of Christ in your google maps, instead of EAST 223rd Street. It's a common error.

Extension educators Zack Grant and Kathryn Pereira, along with Host/Farmer Paul Krysik, will explain the conservation practices implemented on their diversified vegetable farm; and speak of their contract experience with the NRCS program.

Joseph Bridges and Alicia Lozano, and Jacey Fears, reps from the USDA Chicago Urban Ag NRCS/FSA offices will be on site to meet farmers and answer your questions about applying for these reimbursement programs.

You will learn about
Composting Facility
Conservation Plans
EQIP high tunnel program
Cover Crops
Mulch
Raised beds
Pollinator Strips

If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact Sarah Batka at 217-300-8636 or sbatka@illinois.edu

University of Illinois • U.S. Department of Agriculture • Local Extension Councils Cooperating. University of Illinois Extension provides equal opportunities in programs and employment. If you need a reasonable accommodation to participate, please contact Sarah Batka sbatka@illinois.edu or 217-300-8636

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