The University of Illinois Extension announces a program series titled ‘Sustainability on the Farm’ to be held this winter in Oglesby. The series aims to educate farmers and landowners on sustainable agricultural practices, featuring sessions on cover crops, wildlife habitat, and more. Experts from various organizations will lead the sessions, offering insights to enhance operations and reduce environmental impact. Register online at go.illinois.edu/SustainableFarms.
Program schedule:
– Cover crops: January 16, 2025, 10-11am at Illinois Valley Community College
– Wildlife habitat: February 6, 2025, 10-11am at Bureau County Extension Office
– Conservation tillage: February 20, 2025, 10-11am at Bureau County Extension Office
– Edge of field practices: March 6, 2025, 10-11am at Illinois Valley Community College
– Cost share programs: March 20, 2025, 10-11am at Marshall-Putnam Extension Office
If you need accommodations to participate, please contact Emily Hansen at [email protected] or 815-224-0896. Early requests are strongly encouraged to allow sufficient time to meet your access needs.