The holiday season is here, which means evergreens, poinsettias, amaryllis, and other holiday plants have arrived in stores. Plants are often at the center of our holiday decorations and traditions ...

Although it is the season of giving, foodborne illness is a gift nobody wants! Many of the favorite holiday foods pose a potential health risk if not stored, prepared and handled properly. Two of the ...

The course has two components. You may register for just the virtual session(s) or both: the virtual session and in-person workshop. Wednesday January 22, from 6:30 to 8 pm. Learn how CAsh Flow ...

Whether you are a first-year 4-H member or a longtime member, it’s time to focus on pulling together information for your 4-H award applications. Even younger members can submit the 4-H Experience ...

Our offices will be closed on Thursday, November 28 & Friday, November 29. We wish you a wonderful holiday and will resume normal business hours on Monday, December 2. In the meantime, if you're ...

Do you enjoy gardening in containers? Are you disappointed when you have to put these containers away for the winter? If so, we have the class for you! In this class, you will learn tips and tricks to ...

Planning for the future of your farm isn't just about crops and livestock; it's about ensuring your legacy and protecting the values your farm represents. To help families navigate the complexities of ...

As winter is upon us, there are things that growers can do to deal with winter pests. Of course, this is particularly important in winter production and here in Illinois, this is primarily done in ...

For Northern Illinois orchards, the 2024 season has concluded. Between Halloween and Thanksgiving, some of the orchards have limited hours with pre-picked apples as they begin to shut down for the ...

Perennial plants being overwintered in pots are subjected to much harsher conditions compared to those in the soil. Because ...

Gardeners love a fresh pair of pruners or nicely sharpened spade. Using specialized tools helps to lighten the workload, and ...

As strawberry plasticulture growers are closing in on the end of the fall growing season for the annual production system, the impact of the relatively new strawberry fungal disease, Neopestalotiopsis ...