Serving Jo Daviess, Stephenson and Winnebago

Announcements and Highlights

Northern Illinois 4-H Camp

University of Illinois Extension is excited to host three days of 4-H Camp in Northern Illinois. These three days will give campers a similar experience to past 4-H camp without the overnight.

Events Newsletter

We have upcoming programs on getting your garden started, pros and cons of trending diets, 4-H in-person camp. Check it out.

Everyday Environment Webinar Series

Everyday Environment Webinar Series will focus on a different environmental topic each month.

I Made That! - Youth Mediterranean Education Cooking Kit

We are putting together educational cooking kits designed to inspire the inner chef and educate youth about the Mediterranean eating plan. Register youth now for this May program.

Horticulture Webinar Series

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

Will my seeds still grow?

Learn about seed germination and viability in this timely fact sheet.

2020 Applied Research Results Field Crop Disease and Insect Management

This publication contains evaluations of insect and disease control tactics for corn, soybeans and wheat as well as statewide surveys of corn and soybean pests. Click here to download a copy.

Private and Commercial Applicators Training and Testing

Check out our pesticide safety training page. It has a list of many options for training and testing. It also links the Illinois Department of Ag website that lists the limited in person testing sites.

Certified Livestock Manager Webinars

There will be two training options for this year, new online training and four webinars (virtual workshops), which will provide Illinois livestock producers the manure management training they need to meet the state's requirements.

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.

Get Growing Webinar Series

This series will cover growing perennial vegetables, raspberry & blackberry production, raised bed and container gardening along with weed management in your garden.

Forestry Spring Webinar

Just in time for spring, the Illinois Extension Forestry team will lead a six-session webinar series for woodland owners on Wednesdays starting March 24.

Exploring Current Diet Trends: The Good, the Bad and the Hard to Maintain

Join University of Illinois Extension Nutrition and Wellness Educator, Diane Reinhold, as we explore the world of dieting. Learn what foods are recommended by some popular diets, such as Keto, Whole 30, Paleo, and Intermittent Fasting.

Certified Food Protection Manager Course

University of Illinois Extension will hold a web-based Certified Food Protection Manager. This online course will be held over a period of three days, with the exam given in-person on the fourth day.
Digital Webinars and Trainings

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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