There is a new chairman of Illinois N-REC or the Nutrient Research and Education Council. Clark County farmer Don Guinnip has had leadership roles with Illinois corn and soybean interests.

The Illinois Nutrient Research & Education Council (NREC) was created by state statute in 2012. Funded by a 75-cent per ton assessment on bulk fertilizer sold in Illinois, NREC provides financial support for nutrient research and education programs to ensure the discovery and adoption of practices that address environmental concerns, optimize nutrient use efficiency, and ensure soil fertility.