Serving Jo Daviess, Stephenson and Winnebago

Announcements and Highlights

Learn safe, effective ways to open Illinois restaurants

To prepare for successful reopening in light of the changing food industry landscape, restaurant owners and managers may participate in two free, online webinars

Upcoming Webinars and Information Flyer

Here is a downloadable/printable flyer with upcoming webinars and links to information to help you cope while staying in place.

Master Gardener Helpline

Do you have a gardening question and don't know where to turn to for help? Submit a question to the Master Gardener Helpline and you will be provided with research based answers to your question. Click here to submit a question.

Please join us in planting extra this year to help those in need.

Food Assistance in Jo Daviess, Stephenson and Winnebago Counties

At this time many people may find the need for food assistance where they have never had the need in the past. If you you or someone you know is in need of a helping hand, here are several lists of possible food pantries in your area.

2020 Illinois Census

Illinois could lose two congressional seats based on the next census. Illinois could lose nearly $1,400 per person, per year, for each person who goes uncounted. The 2020 Census determines how much money Illinois gets from the federal government.

Horticulture Webinar Series

The Four Seasons Gardening Webinar Series is one of the most popular horticulture programs offered by the Illinois Extension Horticulture Team

FARMDOC Daily offers webinars about COVID-19 impact on Midwest ag

Our friends at farmdoc Daily are creating a series of "farmdoc daily live" webinar events to discuss the various ways the COVID-19 crisis is impacting agriculture, and will offer a place for people to ask questions to a panel of farmdoc experts.

Everyday Environment Webinar Series

Join us for weekly sessions on environmental topics presented by University of Illinois Extension's Energy & Environmental Stewardship Team!

Planning a Multi-Purpose Pond Webinar

Join us for a discussion of important considerations for designing and building a multipurpose pond.

Gardener's Corner Newsletter

In this issue find out the Perennial Plant of the Year, Why you should plant for Sequence of Bloom and Designing a Sensory Garden

Get Growing Webinar: Herbs and Others

Along with summer vegetables, herbs deserve a place in the garden. This class will get into the basics of choosing herbs, planting, managing, and trouble-shooting. In addition, tea garden herbs will be covered.

Commercial Ag Webinar Series

With the uncertainty around the likelihood of face-to-face programming for the summer of 2020, the Ag team wanted to work to ensure that we have a method of relaying useful and impactful information to the agricultural community of Illinois.

2020 Local Foods Directory

Click here to find the 2020 Local Foods in Northwest Illinois Directory. Connect with local farmers to get the freshest food our area has to offer.

Offices closed and programs cancelled or postponed

Extension offices are closed until further notice. Staff will be working remotely and can be reached via e-mail. Please click here for a staff directory.

Click here for information on the Coronavirus COVID-19 and Extension Programming

The spread and mitigation of novel coronavirus (COVID-19) is an evolving concern for Illinois. This collection of resources can assist families and community leaders preparing for and coping with COVID-19.
Digital Webinars and Trainings

The spread and mitigation of novel coronavirus (COVID-19) is an evolving concern for Illinois. With all of our in-person meetings currently canceled or postponed, we are expanding our online webinars and trainings. Check back frequently for new upcoming or recorded webinars. These are offered by Illinois Extension professionals unless otherwise noted.   Follow this link.               

 

 

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