Illinois NLRS Program and Project Narratives

This site features NGO partner program and project narratives, searchable by title, date, and categories. These narratives have been reported in the Illinois Nutrient Loss Reduction Strategy (NLRS) annual reports and updates. Please note that this is not an exhaustive list of all nutrient loss-related initiatives across Illinois.

The NLRS is a statewide, collaborative effort aimed at reducing the levels of nitrogen and phosphorus entering Illinois waterways. This page specifically highlights NGO-led efforts that have contributed to the strategy since 2023.

  • 4R Field Day - 2023 Update

    Dec 8, 2023 12:30 pm by Nutrient Loss Reduction Strategy Team2023 Biennial ReportAgricultureEducationNon-point Sources

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    • Birds eye view of a group of farmers in a field enjoying in person networking.

    In coordination with the 4R Field Day Alliance, Illinois Fertilizer and Chemical Association hosts a 4R Field Day each fall. In 2021, the field day was at Precision Planting in Pontiac, Ill. The field day was held in 2022 at Eric Miller’s farm in Hammond, Ill. Miller’s farm hosts a multitude of research projects, many of which are funded through the Nutrient Research and Education Council and researched by varying University of Illinois personnel. The below photos depict the successful turnout of participants at the field day at Miller’s farm. Topics covered included cover cropping, reduced tillage practices, nitrogen, and phosphorus management, among many others. 

    Birds eye view of a group of farmers in a field enjoying in person networking.

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