Get ready for spring with Gardening in the Air
URBANA, Ill. – Keep your green thumb ready for the growing season with the return of Gardening in the Air in 2021.
Gardening in the Air is a virtual 18-session series on Jan. 30 and Feb. 6 co-hosted by University of Illinois...
Fruits on Friday
Extension offers Webinar Series about Growing Fruit
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Some of the most common questions received at the University of Illinois Extension office throughout the year are related to growing fruit in the backyard. As many growers are looking to move beyond the vegetable...
Extension consumer economics team honored
URBANA, Ill. – Two University of Illinois Extension consumer economics educators were recognized by the Association for Financial Counseling and Planning Education for...
Grow great vegetables with beginner gardening webinar series
URBANA, Ill. – The spring of 2020 saw a surge of gardeners taking up the trowel for the first time to try their hand at growing vegetables. This year come prepared with Growing Great Vegetables, a seven-week webinar series covering the basics of starting a vegetable garden start to finish led by...
Carroll-Lee-Whiteside Extension Announces New Master Gardener Interns and Winter Training
STERLING, Ill-The University of Illinois Extension is pleased to announce our newest Master Gardener interns for Whiteside County. LuAnn Meyer and Paula Reid graduated from the Master Gardener program on November 19. This year’s fall class was held as a flipped classroom style. For 12...
Carroll-Lee-Whiteside 4-H Clubs Receive State Recognition
Each year, local 4-H clubs are encouraged to apply for recognition at the State Level in Community Service, Leadership, or Project Learning. Clubs must meet certain standards and answer questions to receive recognition. A few of the standards include establishing goals, participating in events...
Illinois Extension hosts annual update on new legislation impacts
URBANA, Ill. – Yearly changes in state legislation can bring significant impacts to communities throughout Illinois. To help local officials understand expectations and prepare for potential budget changes, University of Illinois Extension hosts...
Lee County 4-H’ers receive awards a bit differently at annual recognition event
On November 14, Lee County 4-H members celebrated their year’s accomplishments a bit differently than usual. Lee County 4-H Federation and 4-H Ambassadors hosted a “Walk-Through” Achievement day. All 4-H’ers receiving awards for their accomplishments were invited out to the Lee County...
Livestock managers may complete certification on Extension website
URBANA, Ill – According to the Livestock Management Facilities Act, livestock facilities in Illinois that house more than 300 animal units are required to have at least one certified livestock manager. The certificate is administered by the Illinois Department of Agriculture and is valid...
Every day is a good day for environmental stewardship
URBANA, Ill. – The environment impacts daily life. From planning for the day's weather to stewarding natural resources, there's a part of everyone to play. Small changes in daily lifestyle choices can have a positive impact on the environment....
Attend every session of 2021 Illinois Specialty Crop Conference
URBANA, Ill. — Adapting to new strategies throughout the pandemic, Illinois' specialty crop producers are pivoting, again. The annual Illinois Specialty Crop Conference will bring Illinois growers together through its...
Carroll-Lee-Whiteside 4-H Holiday Mash-Up Mini Camp
MOUNT CARROLL, Ill-Are your kids looking for some fun activities over holiday break? Join University of Illinois Extension this holiday break to create ornaments, awaken their inner mad scientist, and participate in fun holiday themed STEAM activities during the Holiday Mash-Up Mini-Camp on...
Master Naturalist Training 2021 for Carroll-Lee-Whiteside Extension
STERLING, Ill.- Master Naturalists complete training with a deeper understanding of our natural world and the potential that exists with shared purpose and direction. They leave inspired, informed and connected with people, places and volunteer opportunities in their communities. University of...