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Identification of Common Nuisance Grasses

Which Grass is Which Workshops

Grasses play a big role in natural ecosystems — from controlling soil erosion to supporting pollinators to providing food for livestock — but telling one from…

ABCs of School Nutrition

ABCs of School Nutrition - Rockford

County: Winnebago
To uphold the highest standards in school nutrition, the Healthy, Hunger-Free Kids Act (HHFKA) requires all school nutrition professionals to complete annual training to meet USDA Professional…
Lush green corn plants at a field edge with Youth Crop Scouting Competition text

2026 Youth Crop Scouting Competition

A competition that prepares youth for life beyond the field.

There is no better way to check in on a crop field than to take a walk down a row. Crop scouting gives farmers a heads-up about…

A forest with the sun setting behind the text "Forestry Stewardship Series"

Managing for Oak Regeneration: What does Current Research Tell us?

Forestry Stewardship Webinar Series 2026

Enhancing oak regeneration is a top priority in Illinois forests, but successfully establishing new oak seedlings is not always easy, and success is not guaranteed.  This presentation will…

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Health Horizons: Your Path to a Future in Healthcare

Interested in a career in the healthcare industry? Join us for our virtual event, Health Horizons: Your Path to a Future in Healthcare on August 5 at 6 p.m. to hear directly from the…

fruits and vegetables

ABCs of School Nutrition

Summer Learning Institute
County: Stephenson
To uphold the highest standards in school nutrition, the Healthy, Hunger-Free Kids Act (HHFKA) requires all school nutrition professionals to complete annual training to meet USDA Professional…
fruits and vegetables

ABCs of School Nutrition

Summer Learning Institute
County: Stephenson
To uphold the highest standards in school nutrition, the Healthy, Hunger-Free Kids Act (HHFKA) requires all school nutrition professionals to complete annual training to meet USDA Professional…

Herbs planted in pots

Herb Gardening | Oregon

Create your own herb butter and no-salt seasoning blend to take home!
County: Ogle
Hands-On Herb Workshop with Horticulturist Bruce Black and Program Coordinator Jan Saglier! Join us on August 10 at 10:30 AM for a flavorful, interactive exploration of fresh herbs and how to…

woman looking at package, text Lessons for Living

What's in My Food? Decoding Chemicals and Safety | Mount Morris

Free Viewing Session- Lessons for Living Webinar Series 2026
County: Ogle
Ever wonder what's really in your food? In this eye-opening class, we'll take a walk through the world of food chemicals - both natural and artificial. Learn how to identify them, understand…
field with cover crops growing through organic matter

Taking the Next Steps in Cover Crop Management

County: Stephenson

Local corn and soybean producers are invited to attend "Taking the Next Steps in Cover Crop Management", an educational program focused on advancing cover crop management and decision‑making.