With the quick twist of a handle, water is easily available whenever we need it for drinking, cooking, bathing, washing, and ...

People living in rural areas are at greater risk for obesity than the general population, and they often have limited access ...

Join your fellow community members and friends to participate in a variety of health-related webinars throughout the year ...

Maple syrup is a one-ingredient food. Only one thing goes into making it: the sap of maple trees collected in early spring.

Youth showing beef, dairy, goats, sheep, or swine at the Stephenson County 4-H show this summer will need to complete their ...

Join us for February 11 at Shawnee Community College for an informational meeting about the Livestock Judging Team. All are welcome, and you do not have to own ...

In early February, dead birds began washing up on the Chicago lakeshore: red-breasted and common mergansers, Canada geese, and others. In a city where frequent songbird window strikes are ...

This blog post is the second in a two-part series that analyzes the impact of international trade on agricultural production in the United States and Illinois. Part One introduced the concepts of ...

Get ready for the 2025 gardening season by joining us for Gardener’s Day! This year’s presentation will cover backyard composting, beneficial plants we commonly think of as weeds, and managing pests ...

Bulge Hole Ecological Area Hike - Cancelled due to weather. We plan to reschedule the event sometime in the future and hope to see you there or another time soon! Learn about plants, wildlife, and ...

Annie’s Project is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to providing educational programs designed to strengthen women’s roles in modern agricultural enterprises. Annie’s Project’s mission is ...