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Learn how to preserve food safely with Illinois Extension

DECATUR — Home gardening and food preservation have become more popular in recent years. People are taking advantage of preserving food at home to enjoy the fruits of their labor throughout the year. Learn how to water-bath and pressure can with the University of Illinois Extension and be ready for next year’s gardening season. Yes! You Can: Preserving Safely workshop will be from 4:30 to 6 p.m. on December 12 at the Maroa Public Library, 305 Garfield St. in Maroa. […]

todayNovember 29, 2023 120

food

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Illinois Extension offering certified food class

HILLSBORO -- The University of Illinois Extension will be offering the state-mandated Certified Food Protection Managers class and exam. The Illinois Department of Public Health Food Sanitation Code (section 750.540) requires food service establishments to be under the operational supervision of a certified food protection manager during hours of operation. Certificates need renewal every five years and class attendance is mandatory to sit for the exam. The University of Illinois Extension of Montgomery County will be offering the course and […]

todayAugust 8, 2023 116

Air fryer

Food & Drink News

Discover why air fryers are a popular countertop appliance

CLINTON — Air fryers have become a popular kitchen countertop appliance because they are easy to use, energy-efficient, cook a variety of foods, and clean up easily. If your air fryer sits unused or you are considering purchasing one, plan to attend the University of Illinois Extension’s class at Vespasian Warner Public Library. Hot and Fast: Cooking with an Air Fryer will be from 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. on August 10. It will be at Vespasian Warner Public Library, […]

todayJuly 6, 2023 2151

University of Illinois Extension fall Four Seasons Gardening

Illinois

Fall gardening is your time to plan for beautiful spring

Seasons come and go, but home gardening, environmental stewardship, and backyard food production take year-round effort. The University of Illinois Extension provides timely tips in its fall edition of the popular Four Seasons Gardening horticulture workshops.  Each online workshop is free. Registration is required at the website listed. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate, contact Gemini Bhalsod at [email protected]. Early requests are strongly encouraged to allow sufficient time for meeting access needs. Using Fresh Produce will be held on Oct. 18 at 1:30 […]

todaySeptember 29, 2022 66

Illinois ag

Illinois

West-central Illinois invests in future of farming with new agricultural center

BAYLIS — The world’s agricultural needs are changing. West-central Illinois is meeting the challenge with a new agricultural education center that invests in the future of farming. John Wood Community College (JWCC) opened the doors to the Agricultural Sciences Complex and the Fred L. Bradshaw Learning Center with a ribbon-cutting ceremony on August 9 in Baylis, just in time for fall classes. The 24,000-square-foot multipurpose space will help build a strong rural economy through agricultural research, education, and development opportunities. It is the […]

todayAugust 14, 2022 120

technology children

In Your Home

Technology time for young children

We use technology in many ways during everyday routines, and young children don’t want to be left out. The Illinois Early Learning Project has a great tip sheet that shares some ways families and caregivers can find a healthy balance with tech and electronic media in their daily lives. Use technology together Talk and interact while using technology. Conversations help your child understand what she sees and how it works. Talk about what you see to help your child understand […]

todayAugust 1, 2022 61

Crossing Healthcare Garden Party

East Central Illinois Region

Volunteer opportunities at Crossing Healthcare Garden Party

DECATUR -- In 2021, a partnership between Crossing Healthcare and the University of Illinois Extension yielded 3,534 pounds of produce, which was distributed to prescription produce patients. These patients included individuals with health conditions or food insecurity. Volunteers would spend 1,012 hours in the garden last year. Learn about how that number can grow. You can also learn about volunteer opportunities at the Crossing Healthcare Garden by attending the garden party. “This garden makes growing fresh food and personal nutrition […]

todayJuly 20, 2022 69

Orr Agricultural Center Agronomy Field Day

Business & Lifestyle

Agronomy Field Day set for July 20

QUINCY -- The Orr Agricultural Center is hosting Agronomy Field Day on Wednesday, July 20 from 9 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Presentation topics include: Red Crown Rot of Soybean: A New Disease to the Region (presentation by Dr. Carl Bradley) Weed Management in Early Planted Soybean (presentation by Logan Miller and Dr. Aaron Hager) Issues with the 2022 Corn and Soybean Crops (presentation by Dr. Emerson Nafziger) An Early Look at Farm Returns and Decisions for 2023 (presentation by Dr. Gary […]

todayJuly 15, 2022 75

University of Illinois Extension farm crop

East Central Illinois Region

Extension to present Montgomery County crop yield survey results

HILLSBORO -- The University of Illinois Extension will be presenting the yield results of the area corn crop on Thursday, August 26, at noon at the Montgomery County Extension Office in Hillsboro. Join us for a free lunch while Talon Becker, Extension commercial agriculture educator, presents the results at 12:30 p.m. To register, please call the Extension office at (217) 532-3941 by August 24. Local volunteers will sample fields in each of the 19 townships in Montgomery County the week of […]

todayAugust 7, 2021 79

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