Gardeners love a fresh pair of pruners or nicely sharpened spade. Using specialized tools helps to lighten the workload, and ...

A few years back, a group of weed scientists showed that soil-applied herbicides are less effective against agricultural ...

Perennial plants being overwintered in pots are subjected to much harsher conditions compared to those in the soil. Because ...

In line with Illinois' land-grant mission, University of Illinois Extension develops educational programs, fosters knowledge, ...

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Our offices in Sterling, Mount Carroll and Amboy will be closed for the Thanksgiving holiday Thursday, November 28, and ...

In response to rising food and meat prices and food pantries' difficulties obtaining meat, the University of Illinois Extension and key partners ...

The holiday season can be both magical and overwhelming.In this session, we’ll address some common stressors and discuss ...

The holiday season is here, which means evergreens, poinsettias, amaryllis, and other holiday plants have arrived in stores. Plants are often at the center of our holiday decorations and traditions ...

Although it is the season of giving, foodborne illness is a gift nobody wants! Many of the favorite holiday foods pose a potential health risk if not stored, prepared and handled properly. Two of the ...

As winter is upon us, there are things that growers can do to deal with winter pests. Of course, this is particularly important in winter production and here in Illinois, this is primarily done in ...