Follow safe food production practices: COVID-19 facts for farms, markets, and gardens
URBANA, Ill. - The current health issue has disrupted normal daily activities. There are many questions for growers and producers, as well as managers of farmers markets. Trust this researched advice from reliable sources.
“Coronaviruses are a large family of viruses which may...
How does ‘stay at home’ order impact farmers markets?
URBANA, Ill. - With winter farmers markets in full swing, the March 20 executive order by Gov. Pritzker requiring individuals to stay at home has market managers wondering if they can stay open. The order...
Illinois Extension Offers Tips for National Nutrition Month
Consistent, healthy food choices are what matter in the long run, and that’s why the 2020 National Nutrition Month theme is “Eat Right, Bite by Bite.”
Created by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, National Nutrition Month is celebrated each...
Organize your community resources when extreme weather hits
URBANA, Ill. – Illinois River flooding in 2019 was so extreme that residents of Calhoun County found themselves isolated during the worst of the event. With roads closed and the ferries that typically provide transportation not operational, travel in and out of the peninsula was impossible. For...
CANCELLED - Russel Allen Garden Day on March 28 (Lincoln)
CANCELLED - The impact of COVID-19 (novel coronavirus) continues to create uncertainty and concern both globally and here in our community. In accordance with University of Illinois policy, Illinois Extension has deployed public health strategies designed to protect everyone’s health and safety...
Logan County 4-H Holds Recognition Event
LINCOLN IL - Logan County 4-H recently held their Recognition Event to honor achievement by local 4-H members during the 2018-2019 4-H year.
Some 4-H'ers are chosen each year as top award winners and are selected based on outstanding work, quantity, quality, years, citizenship,...
Free Extension Webinars for Small Farmers
DECATUR, Ill. — During winters, farmers may not be out in their fields, but that doesn’t mean they are taking a break. Starting in January, University of Illinois Extension is providing a weekly educational webinar series for the small farm community. This online series will provide small farm...
Identification of Invasive Species During the Winter
MAKANDA, Ill.- Even during the dormant winter season, invasive plants species are major threats to the forests and grasslands of southern Illinois. They can outcompete native species, decrease wildlife habitat, increase management costs and limit tree growth and regeneration.
Many...
Logan 4-H members attend National 4-H Congress
Fourteen teens from Illinois attended a five-day national conference in Atlanta, Ga. Nov. 29 – Dec. 3 including Logan County 4-H members, Miranda Nelson, daughter of...
Game Plan for a Healthier Holiday Season
Americans gain one to two pounds between the Thanksgiving feast and the New Year’s countdown. Having a simple, smart game plan this holiday season can help you avoid this annual obstacle and set up a positive start to 2020.
“The best approach for the holidays is to aim for weight...
Brain Health & Aging Resources from Illinois Extension
Materials from Illinois Extension's Brain Health & Aging workshop are available
University of Illinois Extension held a workshop on Brain Health & Aging: Strengthening the Brain Through Learning in October. It was done in partnership with the Interdisciplinary...
Learning, Thinking, Caring Webinar Series
Long-term care professionals and other professionals who work with older adults now have an easy and convenient way to participate in professional development. The University of Illinois Extension is proud to present the LTC Webinar Series.
“Learning, Thinking, Caring Webinar...
Local Government Education Webinar (Nov 14) Minimum Wage in Illinois
URBANA, Ill. – Under new legislation, Illinois' minimum wage is set to increase from $8.25 per hour up to $10 by July 1, 2020. Learn about the policy implications of this increase with the Illinois Extension Local Government Education fall webinar Raising the Minimum Wage in...
