Growing a community: Garden at Zion Benton Township High School fosters connection
ZION, Ill. – Up until now, the Zion Benton Township High School Community Garden has been one of Lake County’s best kept secrets as the only one of its kind. Conceived by a National Honor Society senior project, and born during the pandemic, the community garden promotes diversity and student...
Addressing food insecurity and its impact on health
URBANA, Ill. – Hunger is a condition in which people do not get enough food to provide the necessary nutrients to lead active and productive lives. Food insecurity, on the other hand, refers to economic and social conditions that limit access to safe and nutritious food in sufficient quantities...
Help begins at Extension's front door
URBANA, Ill. – Office support staff in local Extension offices connect residents with resources to solve their problems. These staff are often the first people the public meets at the local office and the voice they hear on the phone.
University of Illinois Extension recently...
McHenry County 4-H Members Plant Oak Trees
On April 9, 2022, twelve McHenry County Extension 4-H members and parents assisted the McHenry-Lake County Soil & Water Conservation District (SWCD) with planting 25 oak trees at the Headwaters of the Kishwaukee River in Woodstock, IL. The trees were provided through a partnership with...
McHenry County Gardenfest Brings Spring on April 9
(WOODSTOCK, Ill. – ) Cure cabin fever and earn your green thumb at the annual McHenry County Gardenfest. Come learn about new garden trends, plants, and techniques at this day-long series of garden-related seminars and workshops.
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Quarterly Companion is a helping hand for aging well.
Quarterly Companion is a helping hand for aging well. If you know an older adult in your life who is homebound or missing a family or caregiver support network, print and share this free resource with them! Each issue includes quick reads on nutrition, family, and financial topics. Download the...
Farm Stroll 2021 Offers Tours of 12 Small Family-Owned Farms
Woodstock, Ill. – Come out for a day in the country! On Sunday, Sept. 26, McHenry County will host its annual Farm Stroll, a self-guided tour of the county’s diversified family farms. A total of 12 farms will be part of this educational agriculture-centric tour. Fruit and vegetable growers,...
Four-State Dairy Nutrition and Management Conference goes virtual on June 9 & 10.
ST CLOUD, Minn. (4/30/2020) —Learn the latest information in dairy nutrition and management by attending the virtual 2021 Four-State Dairy Nutrition and Management Conference on June 9-10. The new format is designed to improve the participant experience.
June 9 and 10 will feature live...
McHenry County Extension Master Gardeners Grow Produce ‘for Good’
(WOODSTOCK, Ill. – ) As the fruit and vegetable growing season begins, University of Illinois Extension McHenry County Master Gardeners are finding ways to volunteer “virtually” and donate food from their home gardens to fight food insecurity issues in McHenry County.
The mission of the...
McHenry County Extension Master Gardeners Launch Seed Library
(WOODSTOCK, Ill. – ) Ever heard of a Seed Library? Much like borrowing a book, gardeners can “borrow” seeds in the spring with the promise of collecting seeds from mature plants and “returning” those seeds in the fall.
The University of Illinois Extension McHenry County Master Gardeners...
Log on to the McHenry County Virtual Gardenfest on April 10
(WOODSTOCK, Ill. – ) Earn your green thumb in pajamas at the 2021 virtual McHenry County Gardenfest, on April 10 from 9 a.m. to noon via Zoom. You will learn about new garden trends, plants, and techniques at this half-day-long series of garden-related seminars. This virtual seminar costs $20....
Improve profitability, sustainability of local food, small farm specialty operation
Improve profitability, sustainability of local food, small farm specialty operations
URBANA, Ill. – There is no off season on the farm and winter is a chance for small producers to gain new knowledge. The University of Illinois Extension 2021 Small Farms Winter Webinar...
Local Extension staff honored for work in diversity, equity
URBANA, Ill. – Six University of Illinois Extension employees were recognized for their accomplishments resulting in organizational changes that support diversity, pluralism and innovation.
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Don't get sick from your holiday turkey
The main centerpiece of a traditional Thanksgiving celebration may well be the turkey. The honor of carving is often reserved for a special family member. But before carving, the turkey must be cooked, and cooked safely....
