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Farm Estate Planning Series: The First Place to Start
Disclaimer - The following is meant only for educational purposes and not to be construed as legal or tax advice.This article will help you...
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Mid-August is Prime Planting Time for Fall Garden Crop of Carrots and Beets
Mid-August is Prime Planting Time for Fall Garden Crop of Carrots and BeetsMid-August is one of my favorite times to plant things in...
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Farm Drainage Series Part 7: Farmers incentivizing landowners to make tile improvements
Farm drainage tile systems in Illinois have aged, leaving many farms poorly drained, resulting in lower crop yields. Upgrading farm drainage systems...
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Farm Drainage Series Part 6: Repairing and Maintaining Farm Tile Systems
This article is not to be construed as legal advice. Consult with your legal advisor before entering tile agreements.Contractors design...
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Summer Twilight Series strengthens southern Illinois food systems
RICHVIEW, Ill. – Illinois Extension is excited to announce the return of the eleventh-annual Summer Twilight Series. This southern Illinois tradition brings farmers, educators, and community members together to explore the diversity and innovation of local agriculture.  Twilight...
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From Local Ingredients to Hearty Meals: Supporting Veterans with IL-EATS

The Joseph Center is a transitional living facility that empowers veterans to achieve self-sufficiency. With support from the IL-EATS program, chefs at The Joseph Center turn local ingredients into hearty, home-cooked meals that nourish veterans and support their journey toward independence....

IL-EATS Delivers Dignity, Local Food, and an Applesauce Surprise

At the Collinsville food pantry, Director Stacy Jones makes sure every client is treated with dignity. With help from IL-EATS, they’re able to provide high-quality, locally sourced food that aligns with their mission. One client loved the applesauce—and received a heartwarming surprise when she...
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