Field Crops

Our field crops program supports farmers in building profitable, resilient systems through farmer-led research, shared learning and practical tools. From corn and soybeans to small grains and cover crops, we help farmers improve stewardship and strengthen their operations.
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Field Days

Diversifying a Wisconsin Dairy Farm With Small Grains, Cover Crops and Forage Mixes 

Thursday, October 15th, 2026
County Road T, W10972, Brandon, Wisconsin, 53919, United States
Field Days

Fitting Pieces Together: Creative Crop Rotations To Complete the Puzzle 

Thursday, September 3rd, 2026
East 12th Road, 4279, Earlville, Illinois, 60518, United States
Field Days

PFI at the Farm Progress Show 

September 1st-3rd, 2026
217th Road, 1827, Boone, Iowa, 50036, United States
Field Days

Using Data for Informed Decision-Making in Northwest Iowa 

Monday, August 31st, 2026
U.S. 71, 4430, Sioux Rapids, Iowa, 50585, United States
Field Days

A Practical Farm Family’s Journey: Sustaining a Legacy of Stewardship 

Saturday, August 22nd, 2026
Ironwood Road, 1222, Harlan, Iowa, 51537, United States
Field Days

Trying and Promoting Soil Health and Water Quality Practices in Northern Iowa

Thursday, July 16th, 2026
230th Street, 4375, Wallingford, Iowa, 51365, United States
Field Days

Expanding Cover Crop Impact: Seed Production and Reduced Inputs

Wednesday, July 15th, 2026
210th Street, Iowa, United States
Field Days

Conserve and Economize: Drainage Water Recycling and Double-Cropping With M&M Farms

Tuesday, June 30th, 2026
250th Street, 1503, Lytton, Iowa, 50561, United States
Field Days

Oats and Drones: Transforming a Farm, Two Steps at a Time

Tuesday, July 14th, 2026
370th Street, 2865, Osage, Iowa, 50461, United States

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