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Illinois Cover Crop Initiative

Cover crops are a critical component of soil health farming systems, and they provide a multitude of agronomic and environmental benefits to the land. Producers who employ effective management strategies can improve the function of their soil and reduce their environmental impact while maintaining improving their profitability.  

Please see our resources section below for more information and reference guides related to soil health and cover crop management.  

ADM re:generations 2026 & 2027

ADM re:generations 2026 & 2027 program enrollment closed on October 2nd. Please review the next steps and important dates below. For any questions, please contact Torey Colburn at 217-493-8389 or Jenny Poling at 217-619-2010. 

Next Steps

  • To remain eligible for program payments, all program requirements must be completed by the applicable deadlines

  • Upload field boundaries and schedule a call to confirm your acres with a Gradable Sustainability Lead by December 11, 2026

  • Complete data collection by February 26, 2027 (must confirm complete with Gradable SPL)

  • Receive initial payments by May 31, 2027

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