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Talking Crop Podcast
Talking Crop is a row crop production podcast. In each episode, a guest expert is interviewed to discuss topics in their areas of expertise. Each episode provides relevant, timely information to corn and soybean producers to help them make informed management decisions.
Upcoming Programs and Events
Food Preservation Classes and Pressure Canner Testing Clinics
Preserving food at home lets us enjoy homegrown, locally sourced, or seasonal foods year-round. Check out our list of local, in-person food preservation classes and pressure canner testing clinics. Join us so you can be prepared for safe food preservation.
Taking the Next Steps in Cover Crop Management
Local corn and soybean producers are invited to attend "Taking the Next Steps in Cover Crop Management", an educational program focused on advancing cover crop management and decision‑making. Building on introductory cover crop programming offered last year, this event is designed for producers who are ready to deepen their understanding of cover crop systems and explore more management‑intensive practices.
4-H Show Schedules
Join us at the upcoming Jo Daviess, Stephenson, and Winnebago County 4-H Fairs . Below you can find the schedules for all three of these upcoming 4-H Fairs.
2026 Jo Daviess 4-H Show Schedule
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