MarketMaker Grows Farmers Market Resource
MarketMaker, a University of Illinois Extension online marketing program, is growing and adding new features to better serve both farmers and consumers.
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.
4 Budget Plans to Improve Your Savings
Do you ever ask yourself where your money went and why you haven’t saved more than last year? Here are four simple steps to take to use a budget to improve your savings.
Homemade Pine Cone Bird Feeders
Recent research has shown that providing garden birds extra food during cold months helps ensure a more successful breeding season in the springtime.
Road Rules for Winter Weather
Here are some safety tips to keep in mind if you have to get behind the wheel during icy or snowy weather.
Mulch or Cover Outdoor Plants This Winter
When the temperature drops, don’t forget to take care of your outdoor plants so they will be healthy when spring comes. Here are some tips for protecting your plants in the winter.
20 Ag Careers That May Surprise You
Not everyone involved in agriculture works on a farm. In fact, biochemists, biophysicists, veterinarians and environmental engineers are in high demand.
Protecting Your Perennials
Caring for your perennials in the cool weather months is key in ensuring healthy buds in the spring. Tips on whether or not to cut back your perennials.
Fall Lawn Care Tips
Proper lawn care in early fall means a healthier lawn in the spring. Tips for taking care of your lawn before the winter months.
How to Preserve Fresh Flowers
A vase of cut flowers may be beautiful, but they will only last a few days. To enjoy those summer flowers through the winter months, try some of these preservation techniques.
6 Common Gardening Mistakes to Avoid
Avoid some common mistakes we gardeners make that result in a lot of extra work.
Video: Kankakee Community College’s Sustainability Center
Learn about the eco-awareness efforts in the works at Kankakee Community College’s new sustainability center in Kankakee, Illinois.
5 Tips To Stay Fit During Summer Travel
You don’t have to sacrifice your fitness routine on your summer vacation.
Caring For Your Pet During the Dog Days of Summer
In the heat of Illinois’ summer, take stock of your own pet’s health and safety with these tips.
