The course fee is $40, and registration is required. Participants can register at go.illinois.edu/CompostLeader. If you need reasonable accommodation to participate in this program, please contact Alex Landberg at landberg@illinois.edu.
“Traveling to Ecuador was genuinely one of the best experiences I have had in my life. It was so much fun to build meaningful relationships with my classmates and members of the Ecuadorian communities we visited,” said Ansley Faivre, a participant of the program.
The Illinois Department of Agriculture (IDOA) has announced the launch of the I-COVER Program (Infield Conservation for Operationalizing Vital Ecosystem Resilience), supported by a $7 million USDA grant. The new program aims to encourage Illinois farmers and landowners to adopt cover crops and enhance their soil conservation practices.
LAS VEGAS, NV (Chambana Today) – John Deere showcased a series of new autonomous […]
The Illinois Extension Master Gardener program is celebrating its 50th anniversary this year. Since its launch in 1975, the program has grown into a vibrant network of over 2,000 dedicated volunteers who contribute their passion for horticulture across the state.
In a tale that stretches across continents and decades, Donald Faivre, an Illinois farmer, spent 70 years safeguarding a collection of sketches that would eventually return to their rightful owners.
The 2024 Greater Peoria Farm Show will feature hundreds of exhibitors showcasing over 1,000 agricultural products and services.
Icy roads aren’t the only challenges drivers face during the fall season; there are plenty of safety hazards. Here are some tips to help protect you and your family as daylight diminishes earlier in the day.
As harvest season picks up in Champaign-Urbana, and all of our surrounding rural areas, it’s common to encounter slow-moving farm equipment on local roads.
Illinois is a hub for agricultural production, and Champaign-Urbana is surrounded by sprawling farmlands that fuel the state’s economy. However, working in agriculture comes with its own set of unique dangers, particularly when operating heavy machinery and handling large-scale farming equipment.