Farmers markets are a great place to purchase locally grown food, but what happens when the summer ends and the market packs up for the season? Those...
U of I Extension hosting the Ogle County Farm Stroll Oct. 15
OREGON, Ill. - Have you ever wanted to see a beekeeper in action? Or pick your own apples and berries? Join us for this free, family friendly event that will satisfy your local food cravings and curiosities!
On Sunday, October 15 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., University of Illinois Extension...
Fields of dreams: From 4-H to cut flower grower
NORTHERN ILLINOIS – When Local Foods Small Farms Educator Grant McCarty is looking for inspiration, he makes his way to Clara Joyce Flowers. There, farmer Drew Groezinger inevitably has something new going on.
There are high tunnels being...
Central Illinois communities come together to feed families
COLES COUNTY, Ill. – When MaryBeth Massey developed a project to address food insecurity in her hometown, she wanted to start small. By partnering with a local Amish community produce auction, she aimed to provide 1,000 pounds of fresh fruits and vegetables to families in need in 2019.
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Master gardeners to answer questions in-person at the farmer's market
MONTICELLO, Ill. – There is so much information available at our fingertips. How do you know which advice to follow? University of Illinois Extension is here to alleviate uncertainty by providing research-based answers to your questions.
“Our skilled and knowledgeable Piatt County...
