Dr. Trent Ford from the University of Illinois speaks about nutrient management practices that can be utilized during the kickoff program being sponsored by Will County Farm Bureau, Will South Cook Soil and Water Conservations District and Illinois farm Bureau. Here, he explains the increased rain events we have been seeing in the earlier parts of the growing season and how farmers have been adapting to addressing the early water challenges. The program was held March 27 at the Will County Fairgrounds Atrium.