Join University of Illinois Extension Local Foods and Small Farms Educator Grant McCarty as he presents “Brambles: From Raspberries to Blackberries ." This program will be held 6:00 - 7:00 p.m. on Wednesday, May 1, at the Winnebago County Extension Office, 1040 N 2nd Street, Rockford 61107. There is no cost to attend.
Raspberries and blackberries can be an essential small fruit to grow when you have limited space. With management and selection, you can have a patch consistently producing for you each year. This course will provide you with information on selection, pruning, general management, and integrated pest management.
If you need a reasonable accommodation to attend this program, please call our office at 815-986-4357. Early requests are strongly encouraged to allow sufficient time to meet your needs.