July 29, 2019 | Blog Post
Sen. Bennett visited Kevin Green’s farm outside Fithian, Illinois to learn about farming practices that protect our water and build soil health.
Agriculture
Protecting Pollinators
May 6, 2019 | Blog Post
This winter, PRN received a grant from Patagonia to “Promote and Protect Pollinator and Beneficial Insect Habitat.” Kim Earndt-Pitcher will work with numerous volunteers and five farmers and landowners to prepare for, install, and maintain 50-70 single species plots of native flowering plants.
What is Healthy Soil?
April 29, 2019 | Blog Post
Soil health is the latest catchword in sustainable agriculture. But what does this mean? PRN’s Catie Gregg has the answer!
Nitrates: A Growing Threat to Public Health in Illinois
May 15, 2018 | Blog Post
Nitrate levels are rising in Illinois Public Water Systems. Here’s an infographic that breaks down the issue.
REPORT SHOWS MANY AT RISK FROM EXPOSURE TO NITRATES IN DRINKING WATER
May 10, 2018 | Press Release
A new report by PRN shows that elevated levels of nitrates in our water are widespread and getting worse.
