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10 Years, Thousands of Acres: IL Corn’s Cover Crop Program

By Tara Desmond

IL Corn is committed to promoting sustainable farming practices across Illinois. In partnership with seed suppliers, the organization launched the Cover Crop Coupon Program to make cover crop seed more affordable and accessible for farmers.

Now celebrating its 10th anniversary, the program has helped thousands of Illinois farmers try cover crops for the first time, expand their conservation acres, and invest in long-term soil health.

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