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College of Agricultural, Consumer & Environmental Sciences Illinois Extension

2024 Bi-State Homesteading Conference

Notes on the Event Schedule Change

Due to low registration, this event has been canceled. 

White chickens and a beekeeper adding smoke to a beehive
Event Date(s)
Event Time
-
Location
The Beef House Banquet Hall
Event Fee
$30.00

Craving self-sufficiency? Yearning for connection to the land? Join experts from University of Illinois and Purdue University as they dive deep into the joys and challenges of homesteading, equipping you with practical skills and inspiring you to cultivate a more mindful, sustainable life. Whether you're a seasoned homesteader or just dreaming of your first backyard chicken, this diverse conference will cater to all levels. Check out this exciting schedule:

  • 5:30-6:15 - Panel on Good Practices for Providing Local Foods with Sarah Hanson – Purdue Extension, Food Systems Coordinator, Chris Adair – Purdue University, Student Farm Manager, Rachel Mannen – Illinois Extension Nutrition and Wellness Educator
  • 6:20-7:15 Dinner
  • 7:15-7:45 - Backyard PoultryKatie Bell, Illinois Extension Local Food Systems and Small Farms Educator
  • 7:45-8:15 - Adding Beekeeping to Your HomesteadTabby Flinn, Purdue Extension Vigo County Agriculture and Natural Resources Educator

Questions? Call Trician Herr 765-364-6363 or email at triciaherr@Purdue.edu

 

 

If you need a reasonable accommodation to participate, please contact
College of Agricultural, Consumer & Environmental Sciences Illinois Extension

101 Mumford Hall (MC-710)

1301 W. Gregory Dr.

Urbana, IL 61801

Email: extension@illinois.edu

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