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Kevin Brooks discusses farmland values and the mixed signals producers are seeing in values.

This week we chat with Peggy Anesi, Natural Resources, Environment, and Energy Educator for Illinois Extension in northern Illinois. Peggy brings a wealth of experience in environmental education and shares her experiences working to engage different audiences all about water. From Watershed Stewards to a Paddle and Learn program to youth educational offerings, Peggy discusses the importance of engaging communities at multiple levels to become advocates for clean water in their communities. Check out Peggy's blog on this topic here. Learn more about the Watershed Stewards programQuestions? We'd love to hear from you!Abigail Garofalo aeg9@illinois.edu, Erin Garrett emedvecz@illinois.edu, Amy Lefringhouse heberlei@illinois.edu Subscribe to our NewsletterCheck out our BlogSee the Everyday Environment Archives

In this episode of Everyday Environment, hosts Amy and Abigail explore the puzzle of water pricing with guest Margaret Schneemann, Water Resource Economics Specialist with Illinois Extension and Illinois-Indiana Sea Grant. From aging infrastructure and economic planning to affordability and policy decisions, Margaret helps piece together the many factors that influence what we pay for water. Tune in for a deep dive into the hidden systems—and tough choices—behind every drop from your tap. Resources to learn more:Illinois State Water Survey interactive map of public water sourcesQuestions? We'd love to hear from you!Abigail Garofalo aeg9@illinois.edu, Erin Garrett emedvecz@illinois.edu, Amy Lefringhouse heberlei@illinois.edu Subscribe to our NewsletterCheck out our BlogSee the Everyday Environment Archives

Kris Juelfs, Nutrition and Wellness Educator, University of Illinois Extension for Madison, Monroe and St Clair Counties, joins Megan Lynch with tips to save costs on groceries.

Everybody has a part to play in protecting the valuable resource that is water. So what is the part of farmers? As producers of our food, fiber, and fuel, farmers are essential to our economy, our plates, and our way of life. Learn from Rachel Curry about the options farmers have to protect water quality and the challenges they face in doing so. Check out the blog post on this topic for more information. Resources:Check out Illinois Extension's nutrient loss reduction website to learn more about nutrient loss. Saturated buffer videoNutrient Loss Reduction podcastNutrient Loss Reduction blogA list of all approved agricultural conservation practices can be found on a recent University of Illinois Extension factsheet.Questions? We'd love to hear from you!Abigail Garofalo aeg9@illinois.edu, Erin Garrett emedvecz@illinois.edu, Amy Lefringhouse heberlei@illinois.edu Subscribe to our NewsletterCheck out our BlogSee the Everyday Environment Archives

Wendy Ferguson with the University of Illinois Extension shares upcoming events and courses available.

In this episode, we talk with Eliana Brown, Water Quality and Stormwater Specialist with University of Illinois Extension.  Eliana explains how we can do simple things that improve lakes and rivers and why it's important to do so. This podcast complements Extension's Stormwater@Home video series. With Eliana, we define stormwater, explore the challenges and solutions of stormwater management, and discuss innovative technologies being implemented within Illinois communities.  Erin and Amy both serve mostly rural landscapes so we talk about the differences between urban and rural stormwater management.  As always, come away with a few tips about what you can do to manage stormwater at home. Check out the blog post on this topic for more information.Resources:Rainfall ManagementLawn to Lake MidwestIllinois Groundwork (Green Stormwater Infrastructure design)Questions? We'd love to hear from you!Abigail Garofalo aeg9@illinois.edu, Erin Garrett emedvecz@illinois.edu, Amy Lefringhouse heberlei@illinois.edu Subscribe to our NewsletterCheck out our BlogSee the Everyday Environment Archives

University of Illinois Extension's Kevin Brooks discusses the pros and cons of keeping an old pole barn shed around, highlighting the financial challenges that can come up.

Ever wondered why it can be so difficult to change your financial habits? In this episode of Making Cents of Money, join our hosts and special guest, Emily Harmon, Illinois Extension Family Life Educator, as they delve into the Transtheoretical Model to help explain why behavior change relating to finances can be challenging. Show Notes Links: Ep. 23, Money Personalities & Financial Well-being: https://blogs.uofi.uillinois.edu/view/7550/303401558 Illinois Extension. All My Money, What's Important to Me? Activity. https://extension.illinois.edu/sites/default/files/all_my_money_values_activity.pdf Money Harmony Personalities Quiz by Olivia Mellan: https://moneyharmony.com/moneyharmony-quiz/ Klontz Money Scripts Inventory (KMSI-R): https://www.bradklontz.com/moneyscriptstest Publications on the Klontz Money Scripts Inventory: Klontz, B., Britt, S. L., Mentzer, J., & Klontz, T. (2011). Money beliefs and financial behaviors: Development of the Klontz Money Script Inventory. Journal of Financial Therapy, 2(1), 1. Klontz, B., Britt, S. L., Archuleta, K. L., & Klontz, T. (2012). Disordered money behaviors: Development of the Klontz money behavior inventory. Journal of Financial Therapy, 3(1), 2. Taylor, C. D., Klontz, B., & Britt, S. L. (2016). Reliability and convergent validity of the Klontz Money Script Inventory-revised (KMSI-R). Journal of Financial therapy, 6(2), 2.

State Ag Pest Survey Coordinator Kelly provides a March update and says trapping cooperators are needed throughout the state.Commodity Classic coverage from RFD Radio's Rita Frazer.  University of Illinois Extension horticulture educator Ken Johnson talks spring gardening.  

Wendy Ferguson, Communications and Marketing Coordinator for the Henderson, Knox, McDonough, and Warren Extension Cohort shares upcoming events. She shares details for the 2025 Gardeners Day, tech tutoring, and upcoming webinars.

Denny Wallin with the University of Illinois Extension discusses an alumni program for former 4-H members.

Illinois Farm Bureau Executive Director of Governmental Affairs and Commodities Kevin Semlow with "Seven with Kevin"University of Illinois Extension horticulture educator Ken Johnson provides a monthly update.  Ted Prehn and Dave Duzan with the Illinois Beef Association from the NCBA Convention and Trade Show in San Antonio, Texas.   

Scholarship season is underway as we visit with IAA Foundation's Jennifer Smith.Illinois Farm Bureau Director of Business and Regulatory Affairs Bill Bodine discusses state and federal energy policy issues heading into 2025.Winter storm reaction with Matt Barnes from the National Weather Service in Lincoln.A chat with Dr. Sharon M. “Shelly” Nickols-Richardson, Director of the University of Illinois Extension. Joe Camp with Commstock Investments previews a new market week.  

Megan Dwyer, IL Corn's Director of Conservation and Nutrient Stewardship discusses her appointment to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's Farm, Ranch, and Rural Communities Advisory Committee.Ken Johnson, University of Illinois Extension horticulture educator talks about Christmas tree selection. Illinois Department of Transportation's Paul Wappel highlights the winter driving season.Commstock Investments Joe Camp previews a new market week. 

In this episode I talk to Ken Johnson from the University of Illinois Extension about Asian Lady Beetles, and Lady Beetles in general. Ken Johnson is the Horticulture Educator with University of Illinois Extension. His educational efforts focus on fruit and vegetable production, pest management, and beneficial insects. Through his programming efforts, he aims to increase backyard food production and foster a greater appreciation of insects. He is one of the authors of the "Good Growing" Blog and one of the "Good Growing" Podcast hosts.https://extension.illinois.edu/blogs/...https://go.illinois.edu/goodgrowingpo...Photo Source: https://pixabay.com/photos/asian-lady...If you enjoyed this content, please like, share and/or subscribe to my YouTube channel. You can also check out my free audio podcast (https://maritimegardening.com ) where I discuss how to grow healthy food the cheap and easy way!Guess what? I'm now writing an article on gardening every week at https://maritimegardening.substack.com/. Check it out :) Check out my sponsor, Veseys Seeds.Veseys Seeds (www.veseys.com) offers a Promo code (GAVS24) that allows you to get free shipping on items in their 2024 Seed Catalogue as long as one pack of seeds is included in the order. Free shipping is not applicable on surcharges on larger items. Promo code is valid until November 30, 2024. @veseys #veseys #veseysseeds #growwithveseys www.veseys.comIf you like my content, why not check out my other YouTube...

Duane Friend is the State Master Naturalist Coordinator and Climate Change Specialist with the University of Illinois Extension. He spoke to Community Voices about soil quality, weather and climate, and disaster preparedness. Duane also gives information about Illinois Extension's Master Naturalists program and the positive impact on the community.

‘Tis the season to make holiday travel plans! This episode of Making Cents of Money offers helpful hints for staying on budget when traveling to celebrate with family and friends. SHOW NOTES: • Berg, H. (2023, September 19). 2023 holiday travel outlook. Hopper. https://media.hopper.com/research/2023-holiday-travel-outlook • French, S. (2024, October 10). Travel inflation report: October 2024. NerdWallet. https://www.nerdwallet.com/article/travel/travel-price-tracker • Pellegrini, A. (2021, July 6). Travel planning templates. University of Illinois System Student Money Management Center Blog. https://blogs.uofi.uillinois.edu/view/7550/2045942096 • Rodriguez, A. (n.d.). How to save money on travel this holiday season. AXA Travel Insurance. https://www.axatravelinsurance.com/resources/travel-tips/-/asset_publisher/dbn8rbCGSjcs/content/how-to-save-money-on-travel-this-holiday-season • Vaidyanathan, R. (2023, April 7). Credit cards and travel. University of Illinois System Student Money Management Center Blog. https://blogs.uofi.uillinois.edu/view/7550/1536325046 • Wallace Bechard, C., Giancola-Shanks, N., Sweedler, K., & Pellegrini, A. (2022, December 15). Spend less, travel more webinar recording [Video]. University of Illinois System Student Money Management Center. https://youtu.be/7jgv_wgd_z14 • University of Illinois System Student Money Management Center. (2022). Revisiting travel (ep. 53). https://blogs.uofi.uillinois.edu/view/7550/1155020853 • University of Illinois Extension. (n.d.). Saving on travel. https://extension.illinois.edu/finances/saving-travel • U.S. Department of Energy & Environmental Protection Agency. (n.d.). Fuel economy trip calculator. https://www.fueleconomy.gov/trip/ • U.S. Department of Transportation. (2024, October 15). Statistics on airfare pricing and trends: Bureau of Transportation Statistics. https://www.bts.gov/air-fares

In this episode, Adrienne Held talks with Aaron Hager, weed specialist with the University of Illinois Extension, to identify promising weed control practices heading into next growing season, including fall burndown strategies to manage winter annual weeds. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week we welcome guests Sue Gasper and Gemini Bhalsod with Illinois Extension to chat about composting and how we can use this process to divert food waste from the landfill, where it often releases greenhouse gases as it decomposes, into backyard composts that reduce the greenhouse gases released. Join us to explore how to compost, its benefits, and its challenges. Learn more on the Everyday Environment blog. 

This week we're joined by Dennis Bowman, Extension Digital Agriculture Specialist with Illinois Extension. Our team was fascinated by our discussion with Dennis about agrivoltaics and University of Illinois' major research project within this field.  Discover what agrivoltaics is all about, why agricultural land is such an attractive target for solar development, and the challenges and opportunities that arise when combining agriculture and renewable energy. We'll also discuss how researchers are developing tools to empower landowners with the information they need to make informed decisions about these practices. Oh, and we find out more about farming games!  Learn more on the blog.Resources to learn more:Sustainable Co-locating Agriculture and Photovoltaic Energy Systems (SCAPES) projectSCAPES YouTubeMy Agrivoltaic Farm game app

Join us as we talk with Brodie Dunn, Outreach Associate in Biodiversity and Pollinators for Illinois Extension, about how pollinators are expected to respond to climate change. Learn more on the blog. Resources to learn more:  If you'd like to hear more from Brodie, check out his wildlife sound ID podcast “Voice of the Wild”Pollinator-friendly garden designs can be found at https://illinoispollinators.org/pollinator-habitat-design/ and https://illinoispollinators.org/pollinator-plant-selector/ Pollinator-friendly rain garden designs and plant selection toolMonarch Project Rural Mowing GuidanceGuide to telling apart bees and flies that mimic bees

This week we welcome Chris Evans to the podcast. Chris is an Extension Forestry and Research Specialist with Illinois Extension based in southern Illinois. We chat about what invasive species are, how their characteristics may make them more resilient to climate change, and what we can do to help slow their spread. Learn more on the blog.Resources for learning more: iNaturalist - tool for identification and reporting EDDMapS - tool for reporting where you see invasives and looking at up to date range maps Invasive Species website from Illinois Extension

This week we welcome Justin Vozzo to the podcast. Justin is an Extension Forestry Specialist with Illinois Extension based in Urbana, and he shares with us what an urban forest is and how they play a role in mitigating climate change. Learn more on the Everyday Environment Blog.

Join us as we chat with Karla Griesbaum, NREE Educator with Illinois Extension, about how plants are expected to respond to climate change. While plants may experience some short-term benefits, overall increased stress is expected for plants with our changing climate. Take a listen as we discuss all things plants and climate change! Learn more on the Everyday Environment blog. Resources for learning more: Explore carbon levels across the globeLearn about how plants experience heat stressClimate ready woodlands resources from University of MinnesotaIllinois Pollinator website from Illinois Extension Rainfall management website from Illinois ExtensionSign up for our Everyday Environment newsletter - go.illinois.edu/EEsubscribe

On this episode, National FFA Organization hits the 1 million-member mark, Helena offers up biological option for getting crops across the finish line, a closer look at rising farmland values, and farmers are on the lookout for red crown rot in their soybean crop. Also, the Plant Based Product Council believes new ag bioscience legislation could prove to be a boon to the agriculture industry, the National Cattlemen's Beef Association is working to bring young producers into the fold, tips for mitigating outdoor allergies, and in our “Meat Monitor” segment, we learn about the U.S. Meat Export Federation's efforts to bring high-quality U.S. beef and pork to Sam's Club stores in China, and in “Bushels and Cents,” Ray Bohacz discusses starter troubles. The episode also features the latest single from Clarksville Creative Sound recording artist Mackynsie McKedy. Timestamps Intro and news: 0:00 Kristy Meyer, National FFA Organization: 6:07 Danny Munch, American Farm Bureau Federation: 7:46 Mike Powell, Helena Products Group: 9:29 Boris Camiletti, University of Illinois Extension: 12:46 James Glueck, Plant Based Products Council: 14:05 Colin Woodall, National Cattlemen's Beef Association: 17:20 Kenneth Mendez, Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America: 19:41 Jihae Yang, U.S. Meat Export Federation: 21:51 Ray Bohacz, “Bushels and Cents”: 24:00 Mackynsie McKedy: 25:25

We discuss independent grocer summits with John Shadowens from the University of Illinois Extension. We get a CropWatcher report from Gary Steward in Stark County. Joe Camp at Commstock Investments previews a new market week.  

We hear from Sarah Overton, Chief Nursing Officer for OSF Medical Group, Home Care and Employee Health. The topic is advanced care planning.We learn about the University of Illinois Extension's "Coffee Talk: Conservation and Agronomy" series. Monthly visit from State Treasurer Michael Frerichs.  

University of Illinois Extension's Sara Marten highlights this month's Dudley Smith Farm Field Day in Christian County. We get an update from Tasha Bunting, Illinois Farm Bureau Director of Commodity Programs and Food Systems.  U of I Extension's Meagan Diss promotes the Illinois Youth Crop Scouting Competition. DTN ag meteorologist John Baranick details June weather. 

Licensed professional counselor Rachel Brown provides a mental health update.University of Illinois Extension horticulture educator Ken Johnson talks tomato planting season.  Illinois Ag in the Classroom's Kevin Daugherty is joined by children's author Penny Thomas to discuss the national Ag in the Classroom Conference.  

Panelists - Dave Chatterton, SFarmMarketing.com - Curt Kimmel, AgMarket.net - Wayne Nelson, L&M Commodities---TranscriptTodd Gleason 0:00This is the May 23 edition of Commodity Week. Todd Gleason Services are made available to while by University of Illinois Extension. Welcome to Commodity Week. I am Todd Gleason. Our panelists for the day include Curt Kimmel with AgMarket.net. Wayne Nelson joins us again from L and M Commodities. And we're also joined by Dave Chatterton at Strategic Farm Marketing. Commodity Week is a production of Illinois Public Media. It's public radio for the farming world, where you can listen to our podcasts any time you like including Commodity Week, the Closing Market Report and the Illinois Nutrient Loss Reduction podcast from our website at willag.org. Let's get a quick list of items that maybe we ought to take up for this Thursday afternoon as we're recording before Memorial Day weekend. Curt Kimmel, what's been on your mind? Curt Kimmel 0:57Well, the main thing is what do we do now? We've got the help we've wanted. And also to we were in this situation where we got a three day weekend and a full moon. Todd Gleason 1:09Dave Chatterton, the full moon returns. The last time you were here, we talked about full moon. I think it must have to do with you. Dave Chatterton 1:17Here we go. Yeah, but no, I mean, you know, look, we're into the situation now. We're marketing from a, let's say, percent sold perspective, Todd. I mean, you should be caught up to a comfortable level. The next step. Where do we go from here and what's going to go on? Seasonally? We've got a small window here where prices could continue to go higher, particularly for corn, maybe a little longer window on beans. But it's weather, weather, weather and the weather focus has been a little bit more outside of the US to this point. So the Black Sea region and the wheat crop in Russia and Ukraine and in South America, with the flooding in southern Brazil and the corn, you know, disease in Argentina. But now it's back to the US. We're in a situation where the plant planting is getting there. We can see over the horizon those producers are either very close to being done, maybe have a day or two left or actually done, and now it's about okay, how is this crop and develop. I would suspect when we come out in early June, we're going to have some pretty highly rated crops because of our moisture situation. And you know, where is this summer going to go and what does that mean for prices in terms of how you manage your risk on the farm? Todd Gleason 2:17And Wayne Nelson historical context or current things that you've been thinking about? Wayne Nelson 2:21Well, I think, you know, the one thing always that comes up is the weather. You know, we've got a couple of things going on. We see some delays because of some heavy rains. We looked around that way. But I think the weather, how it's been in Russia, in China, you know, even in the Ukraine and everything, we've got some other problems around the world that are really popping up and looking at this stuff. So and then I think the biggest thing that probably we've got to think about and look about now is what how many acres actually got planted when it's said and done, when the prices were down there and then when it rained and put people on a while, did they cut back a few acres or did they go ahead and plant full bore? Todd Gleason 2:57So I do want to talk about acreage and planted acreage. But in terms of at least something that maybe should be dismissed at this point, replant or acres that might be replant, because a lot of producers, many others will be thinking, hey, we're hearing about all this replant. Surely that means something. But it's a little here and a little there. Does it is it okay just just to dismiss that as a an issue, at least up until this point, unless we get a whole lot more rain next week? The following week as well, I'm going to say, yes, everybody agrees. So we'll move on from that. Now, what happens then if we do get slowed down next week, especially in Iowa and parts of the Western Corn Belt? Curt Kimmel 3:45Well, I go back to 93. The market really didn't care until the levees broke in July, down oh, Mississippi. Then the market took a attention to it. As of prior to this recording here a week ago, we had about 7 million acres in the east and 5 million acres in the west to be planted. Yep, the forecast can get a pretty good window here for the east to get caught up visit with guys in Iowa. You know, they're coming down to having to make a decision here because they're going to get another round of rain here. My question to the crop insurance guys here today is, okay, we get down to it. What's the guy's feelings? Prevent plant? There's not prevent plant. But that's mainly the Dakotas and they're pretty far along. But is it economical to take prevent plant these prices? Dave Chatterton 4:32Yeah, it's a very it's a very individual decision and I think in most cases what the first thing I would Duane's point, the first thing I would say is that traditional road crop producers and in the ice states are very low, they're very adverse to taking prevent plant. It has a number of different applications. It can affect your EPA, you can do different things. It's a number of different rules and pitfalls that you can follow. In terms of are you planning a cover crop and are you saying raising it? Is it going to be harvested for grain? And all these choices that go along with it doesn't mean you shouldn't consider it average prevent point. Right now for someone who's in an 80 to 85% R.P. crop insurance policy at a 466 frame price is probably 350 to $500 In most of the states, closer to that 500. So cash rents in those areas certainly will say north of 300. And, you know, maybe there's a little bit of meat on the bone there, but it's a last resort. Keep in mind that just because we get the last planning dates for corn in these areas that we're talking about typically are June the fifth, May, maybe the 31st out in parts of the Dakotas, but Illinois and Iowa, June 5th. Beyond that, you're losing 1% of your revenue guarantee per day for the next 25 days. So you can plant past that late period. But as you said, Kurt, it's a it's a tough decision. I think the other decision, as you know, is it's not just prevent plant or nothing. It's prevent plant or another crop prevent plant or a cover crop prevent plant or a crop that I might you know, I might lease the ground out. I might, you know, hay it and graze it. So a lot of lot going on there. Make sure you're comfortable with where you're at before you make that decision and talk with your agent. Todd Gleason 6:06I'll stay with you for just a moment because there will be this discussion related to the late planting of the acres that are still available to put in the ground. The decision to change acreage to, for instance, soybeans generally, we talk about it, Darryl Good would say not happening very often. What about this year? Dave Chatterton 6:29Yeah, it's not that common, particularly in our particular if the years that we're talking to an answer of central Illinois, central Indiana, we just don't see a lot of it. You know, nitrogen could be down, there could be, you know, things that prevent that from happening. That being said, if that's going to happen, we have the recipe for it to happen this year. But you're talking, in my opinion, anyway, about a swing factor of one or 2% and just not enough to move the needle and, you know, one or 2% in the areas that are where that may switch. In the overall big picture, you get that watered down to a point where I don't think it's a driving force in terms of h...

On this episode, presented by Fastline Marketing Group, Fastline President Dean Barke discusses upcoming Fastline Auctions farm equipment sales and talks about the company's holistic farm equipment marketing approach. Also, GSI's Dave Ellis provides some tips for protecting stored grain as temperatures rise inside grain bins, and University of Illinois Extension Agronomist Giovani Preza-Fontes advises farmers to hold off for a bit on applying early-season nitrogen to the emerging corn crop. In our “Meat Monitor” segment, we hear from Kentucky farmer and Cattlemen's Beef Board Chair Andy Bishop about a U.S. Meat Export Federation-arranged trip to witness beef checkoff dollars at work in Korea and Japan, and in “Bushels and Cents,” Ray Bohacz says that if your new vehicle develops major engine troubles, you shouldn't let dealerships or manufacturers steer you in the wrong direction on repairs. The episode also features the music of Clarksville Creative Sound recording artist and Miss Oklahoma 2024 contestant Mackynsie McKedy. Timestamps Intro and news: 0:00 Goatlifeclothing.com advertisement: 6:03 Dean Barke, Fastline Marketing Group: 6:22 Dave Ellis, GSI: 17:39 Giovani Preza-Fontes, University of Illinois Extension: 19:30 Andy Bishop, Cattlemen's Beef Board: 22:02 Ray Bohacz, “Bushels and Cents”: 24:41 Mackynsie McKedy: 26:13

We visit with State Rep. Norine Hammond about her support of the Family Farm Preservation Act. We get an update from Illinois Farm Bureau Director of Commodity Programs and Food Systems Tasha Bunting.We highlight the University of Illinois Extension's Invasive Species Symposium. Emily Huber provides a Pioneer Agronomy segment. 

We lead off the show with the "Seven with Kevin" segment featuring Illinois Farm Bureau Executive Director of Governmental Affairs and Commodities Kevin Semlow. Illinois Farm Bureau Director of Business and Regulatory Affairs Bill Bodine provides a legislative and regulatory update.We hear the latest on the Illinois Ag Leadership Foundation Class of 2025.  University of Illinois Extension's Ken Johnson talks periodical cicadas.  

Great to hear from our friend Mark Oppold at Mark V Media Group. While on the phone, Mark reminded us of the big sound event coming soon....   LISTEN IN...   THE CICADAS ARE COMING! Source: University of Illinois Extension news release URBANA, Ill. -- If you haven't heard the buzz, you will soon. Billions of periodical cicadas are coming, and University of Illinois Extension is sharing information to help track their moves before emergence. "Historically speaking, 2024 is a big year for periodical cicadas in Illinois," says Ken Johnson, Extension horticulture educator serving Calhoun, Cass, Greene, Morgan, and Scott counties. Periodical cicada broods XIII and XIX will be emerging throughout much of the state at the same time. Although exact times and locations will be varied, there will be cicadas. "The simultaneous emergence of these broods is the first time since 1803, and it will not happen again until 2245," says Johnson. "It's an exciting time for those who enjoy insects and natural phenomena." Although cicadas do not pose a threat to humans or pets, they will be heard. It may get loud depending on the geographic location and the number of cicadas around. According to the National Institutes of Health, calls of male cicadas can reach over 90 decibels, which is as loud as a lawnmower, motorcycle, or tractor.

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This spring, countless cicadas will arrive en masse, in a way that we haven't seen in over 200 years, and that we won't see again until 2245. But beyond their buzzing mating call, did you know that they're perfectly edible? Joining host/producer Jim Hanke this week are University of Illinois Extension educator and Good Growing podcast host Ken Johnson (to discuss the science behind this historic horticultural event) and chef Joseph Yoon of Brooklyn Bugs, who educates listeners on how cicadas can be best collected, prepped, cooked and served.  Follow Good Growing on YouTube | Follow Brooklyn Bugs on Instagram Follow WBBM Newsradio: TikTok | Facebook | Instagram | X

This spring, countless cicadas will arrive en masse, in a way that we haven't seen in over 200 years, and that we won't see again until 2245. But beyond their buzzing mating call, did you know that they're perfectly edible? Joining host/producer Jim Hanke this week are University of Illinois Extension educator and Good Growing podcast host Ken Johnson (to discuss the science behind this historic horticultural event) and chef Joseph Yoon of Brooklyn Bugs, who educates listeners on how cicadas can be best collected, prepped, cooked and served.  Follow Good Growing on YouTube | Follow Brooklyn Bugs on Instagram Follow WBBM Newsradio: TikTok | Facebook | Instagram | X

This spring, countless cicadas will arrive en masse, in a way that we haven't seen in over 200 years, and that we won't see again until 2245. But beyond their buzzing mating call, did you know that they're perfectly edible? Joining host/producer Jim Hanke this week are University of Illinois Extension educator and Good Growing podcast host Ken Johnson (to discuss the science behind this historic horticultural event) and chef Joseph Yoon of Brooklyn Bugs, who educates listeners on how cicadas can be best collected, prepped, cooked and served.  Follow Good Growing on YouTube | Follow Brooklyn Bugs on Instagram Follow WBBM Newsradio: TikTok | Facebook | Instagram | X

This spring, countless cicadas will arrive en masse, in a way that we haven't seen in over 200 years, and that we won't see again until 2245. But beyond their buzzing mating call, did you know that they're perfectly edible? Joining host/producer Jim Hanke this week are University of Illinois Extension educator and Good Growing podcast host Ken Johnson (to discuss the science behind this historic horticultural event) and chef Joseph Yoon of Brooklyn Bugs, who educates listeners on how cicadas can be best collected, prepped, cooked and served.  Follow Good Growing on YouTube | Follow Brooklyn Bugs on Instagram Follow WBBM Newsradio: TikTok | Facebook | Instagram | X

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Macon County is seeking to expand broadband Internet access in the county. Thanks to a collaboration of the Benton Institute, the Illinois Soybean Association, the University of Illinois Extension, and local governmental officials, the next step is being taken through Connect Macon County.Supplemental audio for 'Connect Macon County initiative launches': https://www.heartlandnewsfeed.com/2024/02/17/connect-macon-county-initiative-launches Listen Live: https://www.heartlandnewsfeed.com/listenliveFollow us on social mediaFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/hlnfradionetworkTwitter: https://www.twitter.com/HLNF_BulletinInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/heartlandnewsfeedMastadon: https://liberdon.com/@heartlandnewsfeedDiscord: https://discord.gg/6b6u6DTSupport us with your financial supportStreamlabs: https://streamlabs.com/heartlandmediaPayPal: https://www.paypal.me/heartlandmediaSquare Cash: https://cash.app/$heartlandnewsfeedPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/heartlandnewsfeedCrypto via 1UpCoin: https://1upcoin.com/donate/heartlandmedia Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/heartland-newsfeed-radio-network--2904397/support.

University of Illinois Extension's Duane Friend discusses a webinar presentation he will host this week titled "Is Illinois in the new tornado alley?"We visit with Taylorville FFA member Jay Bliler.DTN ag meteorologist John Baranick talks about the potential for a signifcant winter weather system impacting Illinois next week.

Todd Gleason from University of Illinois Extension reading “The Night Before Christmas.” Originally titled “A Visit from St. Nicholas,” the poem was written in 1822 by Clement Moore for his children. Moore is an American poet born in New York City. His “A Visit from St. Nicholas” was first published anonymously in the Troy Sentinel in 1823. ★ Support this podcast ★

Julie Hewitt provides an update from the Illinois Nutrient Research and Education Council.We get an NAFB Trade Talk segment from Tyler Harp, Technical Product Lead in Row Crop Fungicides with Syngenta.University of Illinois Extension horticulture educator Ken Johnson has firewood advice for the winter heating season.Charlyn Fargo, registered dietician with the SIU Med School talks Christmas foods.

Coverage from the National FFA Convention in Indinapolis. We chat with American FFA Degree recipient Tyler Croatt from Lena and Carmen Trotta, from the soutside of Chicago, who is helping staff the University of Illinois College of ACES booth. University of Illinois Extension's Ken Johnson talks pumpkin smashing.We learn about ADS (Advanced Drainage Systems).

Karla Belzer, County Director for the University of Illinois Extension, joins Lisa Dent to explain how you can identify, understand, and respond to the signs and symptoms of mental health or substance abuse challenges. Follow The Lisa Dent Show on Twitter:Follow @LisaDentSpeaksFollow @SteveBertrand Follow @kpowell720 Follow @maryvandeveldeFollow @LaurenLapka

After a few rounds of severe weather in Illinois, Chris chats about what to do with a storm-damaged tree and how to make your trees more resilient to future storms. Find a Certified Arborist https://www.treesaregood.org/findanarborist Find your local Illinois Extension office https://extension.illinois.edu/global/where-we-serve Contact us! Chris Enroth: cenroth@illinois.edu Ken Johnson: kjohnso@illinois.edu Check out the Good Growing Blog: go.illinois.edu/goodgrowing Subscribe to the weekly Good Growing email: go.illinois.edu/goodgrowingsubscribe Any products or companies mentioned during the podcast are in no way a promotion or endorsement of these products or companies. -- You can find us on most podcast platforms. SoundCloud @user-555304573 iTunes podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/good…ng/id1446630377 Tunein tunein.com/podcasts/Gardening/…d-Growing-p1187964/ Spotify open.spotify.com/show/202u3siWExE1tTqrVgtmCR Vurbl vurbl.com/station/good-growing-4pljnNlUtyG/ Listen notes www.listennotes.com/podcasts/good-g…th-cHLPMWpvEOG/ Ivy ivy.fm/podcast/good-growing-167902 Castbox castbox.fm/channel/Good-Growin…d4302614?country=us Google podcasts bit.ly/3AiYjTD

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WCBU's On Deck has everything you need to know to start your day for Monday, May 8, 2023. You'll hear about how Illinois Governor J-B Pritzker is expected to sign into law new legislation that would withhold state funding from public and school libraries implementing book bans. Plus, a conversation with Rebecca Crumrine, an educator with the University of Illinois Extension. She recently spoke with Mother's War on Violence host Yolanda Wallace about nutrition, and the benefits available to help.