Southwest Illinois: Horseradish Capital of America
Nationwide, roughly 24 million pounds of horseradish roots are ground and processed each year to produce some 6 million gallons of prepared horseradish. Illinois grows the lion’s share.
Al’s Cafe and Creamery Makes Malt Shop Memories in Elgin
When Al Berg opened Al’s Café & Creamery in Elgin in 1981, it quickly became a favorite with the locals for its hand-blended malts. Thirty years later, Al’s is still serving up the same rich malts made with high-quality ice cream, but it has also become a destination for creative cuisine made with fresh, seasonal produce.
Feeding Food Deserts: New Initiative Works to Identify Communities Without Access to Healthy Food
A new initiative has mapped low-income communities without ready access to healthy and affordable food across the state. Find out if you’re near one of these food deserts with a locator tool by the USDA.
Posters Show Where Thanksgiving Dinner Comes From
In celebration of Geography Awareness Week, November 13-19, Linda Zellmer has created a way to connect consumers to where their Thanksgiving dinner originates.
Farm Facts: Pumpkins
More than 1 billion pounds of pumpkins are produced in the the United States each year, and more than 495 million of those pounds are grown in Illinois. These are more facts about pumpkins.
Illinois Fruit Calendar: Ripe and Ready for Summer
Illinois is full of fresh fruits that are ripe and ready to be picked. Check out this list of which fruits are in season this summer.
Farmers’ Market Finds: Shopping Tips and Recipes
Discover recipes that use those farmers’ market finds, including squash, cucumbers and other summer produce.
Video: Sager Farms in Kell, Illinois
Sager Farms in Kell, Illinois has raised peaches and apples for more than 30 years.
3 Ways To Preserve Tomatoes
One of summer’s tastiest gifts is a basket of juicy ripe tomatoes fresh from the vine. With a day’s work and a little know-how, you can enjoy your bounty of summer tomatoes year-round.
Chicago’s Many Farmers’ Markets Help You Eat Like a Locavore
Farmers’ markets encourage finding high-quality, fresh foods close to home. Chicago has 24 city-run farmers’ markets that operate on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, Saturdays and Sundays.
Life’s a Peach at Eckert’s Country Store
The sixth and seventh generations run Eckert’s Country Store and Farms in Belleville, the largest you-pick apple and peach orchard in the nation.
Say Hello to Heirloom Tomatoes
In recent years, heirloom versions have become quite popular among gardeners and tomato lovers alike.
Spring Into Healthy Eating With Illinois-Grown Veggies
Illinois-grown horseradish and springtime veggies star in this three-course meal.
Lambs Farm’s Meaningful Gift
Founded in 1961, Lambs Farm is a non-profit organization that caters to adults with developmental disabilities.
Growing Asparagus Takes Patience
If you’re starting asparagus in your garden this year, remember that you’ll have to wait three years after planting for your first crop.
Farm Fresh: Winter Squash
When the weather gets cold and the traditional fruits of summer are out of season, winter squash can be a delicious and healthy option.
Ropp Jersey Cheese Breaks the Mold
McLean County’s Ropp family finds a niche with its artisan cheese business.
