Comprehensive List

Illinois Center for Soy Foods — by Andrea Parri — last modified November 16, 2005 05:45 PM

The Illinois Center for Soy Foods is dedicated to developing innovative processing and marketing techniques, educating society on the advantages of a soy enriched diet, and communicating new health benefits of soy foods.

Illinois Department of Agriculture — by Andrea Parri — last modified March 01, 2006 12:52 PM

The Illinois Department of Agriculture is an advocate for Illinois’ agricultural industry and provide the necessary regulatory functions to benefit consumers, agricultural industry, and our natural resources. The agency will strive to promote agri-business in Illinois and throughout the world.

Illinois Department of Agriculture -- C-2000 — by Andrea Parri — last modified March 01, 2006 12:11 PM

Sustainable Agriculture at the Illinois Department of Agriculture is centered in the Bureau of Land and Water Resources. The Conservation 2000, Sustainable Agriculture Grant Program is coordinated by Mike Rahe, with oversight provided by the Sustainable Agriculture Committee, an external advisory committee. The program provides grants to researchers, educators and farmers to investigate, educate and promote sustainable agriculture in Illinois.

Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Development — by Andrea Parri — last modified May 24, 2007 10:46 PM

Sustainable ag farmers strive to be economically sustainable. For assistance on honing the business end of the alternative farming operation visit DCEO's Entrepreneurship and Small Business website (URL below). Experts, networks, tools and other opportunities transform your business into an appealing investment for lenders. That's where success begins. We partner with well-respected business development organizations and educational institutions that work with clients who have the vision and potential to become a high-growth enterprise. Whether your company employs two people or 102, IEN can help you Connect Outside The Box - it's a new way of thinking that extends beyond your own knowledge and experience to activate the possibilities!

Illinois Department of Natural Resources — by Andrea Parri — last modified March 01, 2006 12:30 PM

DNR's mission is to manage, protect and sustain Illinois' natural and cultural resources; provide resource-compatible recreational opportunities and to promote natural resource-related issues for the public's safety and education. Some DNR programs and resources are applicable to sustainable agriculture farmers. For example, farmers desiring to start fee-hunting enterprises can find information pertaining to that industry.

Illinois Environmental Protection Agency — by Andrea Parri — last modified March 01, 2006 12:44 PM

The mission of the Illinois EPA is to safeguard environmental quality, consistent with the social and economic needs of the State, so as to protect health, welfare, property and the quality of life. The agency's website (URL below) features a section on agricultural issues. The information available presents readers with the state's perspective of environmental issues related to agriculture and include waste and disposal issues, alternative fuels, financial resources, livestock issues, water issues, pollutants, NRCS practice standards and other links.

Illinois Natural History Survey — by Andrea Parri — last modified February 17, 2006 04:24 PM

Since 1858, the Illinois Natural History Survey has been the guardian and recorder of the biological resources of Illinois---the state's biological memory. With a staff of over 200 scientists and technicians, it is recognized as the premier natural history survey in the nation. Over the years, its mission has remained fairly constant: to investigate the diversity, life histories, and ecology of the plants and animals of the state; to publish research results so that those resources can be managed wisely; and to provide information to the public in order to foster an understanding and appreciation of our natural heritage. Several NHS researchers are involved with the WORT project, looking at changes in organic farming systems during transition to organic.

Illinois Rural Recreation Development Project (IRRDP) — by Andrea Parri — last modified February 17, 2006 04:45 PM

The Illinois Rural Recreation Development Project develops sustainable local recreation and leisure services through collaboration with organizations and individuals in rural communities.

Illinois Specialty Farm Products — by Andrea Parri — last modified November 16, 2005 05:45 PM

The Value project explores strategies for improving farm incomes through specialty farm products and value-added processing.

Illinois State Geological Survey — by Andrea Parri — last modified February 17, 2006 04:59 PM

The ISGS is a premier State Geological Survey serving the needs of Illinois with earth science information relevant to the State's environmental quality, economic vitality, and public safety. Some 200 scientists and technical support staff conduct basic and applied research in geology, compile geologic maps, and gather and manage the state's geological data to provide information to industry, governmental agencies and the public about the geology and mineral resources of Illinois.

Illinois State Water Survey — by Andrea Parri — last modified February 17, 2006 05:05 PM

The Illinois State Water Survey, a division of the Office of Scientific Research and Analysis of the Illinois Department of Natural Resources and an affiliated agency of the University of Illinois at Champaign/Urbana, is the primary agency in Illinois concerned with water and atmospheric resources.

Initiative for the Development of Entrepreneurs in Agriculture — by Andrea Parri — last modified March 01, 2006 01:08 PM

Initiative for the Development of Entrepreneurs in Agriculture (IDEA) was created by University of Illinois as a statewide initiative. IDEA conducts research, develops educational products, and provides services that encourage farmers to incorporate entrepreneurial strategies which direct their marketing efforts to meeting consumer demand.

Institute for Agriculture and Trade Policy — by Andrea Parri — last modified November 16, 2005 05:45 PM

 

International Arid Lands Consortium (IALC) — by Andrea Parri — last modified February 17, 2006 05:31 PM

The International Arid Lands Consortium (IALC) is an independent nonprofit organization dedicated to exploring the problems and solutions unique to arid and semiarid regions. IALC promotes cooperative research and practical application of new knowledge to develop sustainable ecological practices. The IALC member institutions share a mission to enable people of arid lands to improve the quality of life for future generations.

International Institute for Sustainable Development — by Andrea Parri — last modified November 16, 2005 05:45 PM

 

Just.Food@UIUC — by Dan Anderson — last modified November 08, 2007 01:24 PM

Just.Food is a Registered Student Organization at UIUC that works to address the issues of community sustainability. Our focus is getting the community involved in the production and consumption of local, sustainable, and healthy food.

Lake Land College — by Andrea Parri — last modified March 01, 2006 01:10 PM

Lake Land College's Sustainable Agriculture site was developed to offer information regarding sustainable agriculture, resource links, current sustainable news and to notify viewers of upcoming farm related events.

Leopold Center — by Andrea Parri — last modified November 16, 2005 05:45 PM

The Leopold Center for Sustainable Agriculture explores and cultivates alternatives that secure healthier people and landscapes in Iowa and the nation.

Missouri Alternatives Center — by Andrea Parri — last modified October 31, 2006 12:19 PM

The Missouri Alternatives Center works to improve profitability and , at the same time, maintain the agricultural base needed to sustain rural communities, by providing access to the information needed. The Missouri Alternatives Center serves as a communications center for Missouri farmers, Extension staff, government personal and people who want to begin farming, diversify their current operation, or find ways to profit from small amounts of acreage.

NCR SARE Program — by Dan Anderson — last modified August 25, 2006 03:29 PM

Sustainable Agriculture Research and Education (SARE) works to increase knowledge about- and help farmers and ranchers adopt - practices that are economically viable, environmentally sound and socially responsible. To advance such knowledge nationwide, SARE administers a competitive grants program first funded by Congress in 1988. The USDA's NCR SARE program has awarded more than $10 million worth of competitive grants to farmers and ranchers, researchers, educators, public and private institutions, nonprofit groups, and others exploring sustainable agriculture in 12 states (Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, North Dakota, Ohio, South Dakota, and Wisconsin). The NCR SARE administers four grant programs, Research and Education Grants, Farmer Rancher Producer Grant Program, Professional Development Program Grants and the Graduate Student Program Grants. In llinois, the NCR SARE contacts are Deborah Cavanaugh-Grant (Illinois PDP and State Sustainable Agriculture Coordinator), Jack Erisman, who serves as the NCR SARE Administrative Council representative, and Dan Anderson serves as a member of the NCR SARE Technical Committee.