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Welcome to our website! University of Illinois Extension, Ford-Iroquois Unit is the link between University of Illinois and all of our neighbors and friends in Ford and Iroquois counties. The Extension Office offers practical, research-based information that will enable individuals to improve their lives and communities through learning partnerships that put knowledge to work. Please contact us with questions or to learn more about these educational or leadership opportunities.
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Are you an area grain farmer looking for a new way to support 4-H in Ford and Iroquois County?

Ford-Iroquois 4-H & Extension Foundation invites you to join them in support of local 4-H programs through

FARMERS FUNDING 4-H

1st annual Ford-Iroquois 4-H AUCTION will be held on Saturday, January 23, 2010 at Christ Lutheran High School in Buckley.

The 4-H auction is proudly sponsored by Ford-Iroquois Youth Committee and 4-H Foundation. Proceeds will be used in support of the new 4-H program fee.

Planning your family's holiday meal is an important task. This website includes information on everything from selecting a turkey to cooking techniques to leftovers. It also provides ideas for side dishes. Be sure to check out the "Turkey Fun" section for links to live turkey gobbles and information on turkey crafts and even turkey games

What does a furnace filter do? What type of filter should I use? How often should filters be replaced?

What is the difference between seasonal flu, H1N1 flu, avian flu, and pandemic flu?

Schools, businesses, individuals, and travelers will want to visit this new website to get the facts in your area and beyond. This is your best source to get the most up-to-date information on all strains of the flu.

Are you facing challenges in feeding a toddler, toilet training, or have a child or grandchild going through the "no" phase? Dealing with Toddlers is an excellent website to help you through this phase in your family life.

In case of bad weather, Ford-Iroquois Extension sponsored meetings and other events may need to be cancelled. Announcements will be made on the following radio stations: WPXN, WGCY, WGFA, WKAN, and WHPO.

Snow and ice are just around the corner. Check out the new Winter Storm Resource Center website to help you cope with winter storms. This portal includes information about understanding storms, how to get around in snowstorms, and various health and safety issues. It's a wonderful place to go to find highway conditions and weather forecasts.

Farm Leases

Cash rent leases http://www.farmdoc.uiuc.edu/legal/Farmdoc_Form_CL01_0912.pdf and Crop Share leases http://www.farmdoc.uiuc.edu/legal/Farmdoc_Form_CSL01_0911.pdf are available through these links to Farmdoc.uiuc.edu

Questions? Contact Aimee Chandler, Ag Program Coordinator at alchandl@uiuc.edu

Severe Weather Tips
Severe storms affect Illinois residents no matter what season of the year. Learn more about emergency preparedness by visiting this website: http://web.extension.uiuc.edu/disaster/severe.html

Questions? Contact Karen S. Moore, County Extension Director at ksmoore@uiuc.edu

NEW! Machinery Cost Estimates

New Machinery Cost Estimates are available on the FarmDoc website:

http://www.farmdoc.uiuc.edu/manage/index.asp#costs

2009 Iowa Custom Rates

http://www.extension.iastate.edu/Publications/FM1698.pdf

Questions? Contact Aimee Chandler, Ag Program Coordinator at alchandl@uiuc.edu

Ford/Iroquois Extension Program Areas

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4-H and YouthAgriculture & Natural ResourcesChildren, Families & SeniorsCommunity & Economic Development
Horticulture & EnvironmentJust for KidsJust for TeachersMoney Management
Nutrition & HealthSchools Online

Reports
Quick Links
Ford/Iroquois Unit Extension Meetings

Ford-Iroquois 4-H Federation Meeting
5/18/09

Ford-Iroquois 4-H Youth Committee Meeting
6/25/09

Ford-Iroquois 4-H Youth Committee Meeting
8/25/09

Ford-Iroquois Unit Council
9/3/09

Ford-Iroquois 4-H Foundation
9/14/09

Ford-Iroquois Master Gardeners
9/15/09

Ford-Iroquois Expansion and Review Committee Meeting
9/15/09

Ford-Iroquois Master Gardeners
10/13/09

Ford-Iroquois 4-H Youth Committee
11/9/09

Ford-Iroquois Master Gardeners
11/10/09

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Extension Council
Extension councils serve in an advisory role cooperating with Extension staff to provide educational programs to the public. Learn more about the Ford/Iroquois Unit Extension Council.
Program Registrations

2010 Master Gardener Training
Register by December 11, 2009

Ford-Iroquois Extension Line newsletter - electronic notification
Register by December 31, 2009

Local Government Matters newsletter - electronic
Register by December 31, 2009

Food Handlers Refresher Course
Register by February 10, 2010

Serve It Safely Workshop for Volunteer Cooks
Register by February 11, 2010

Pesticide Safety Education Program Training and Testing
Register by March 9, 2010

Local Government Education Telenet Series
Register by April 22, 2010

2009 - 2010 Ford-Iroquois 4-H Alumni Association
Register by August 31, 2010

Upcoming Events

Pesticide Safety Testing Only Session
Bloomington, Illinois (McLean County)
November 23, 2009

Lady Landowner
Onarga, Illinois (Iroquois County)
November 25, 2009

Ford-Iroquois Ag Breakfast
Onarga, Illinois (Iroquois County)
December 2, 2009

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AITC Usage

News & Updates
Extension Update on Ford-Iroquois Agriculture
Ag news from Ford-Iroquois Extension.

Federation Teen Talk Blog
Want to know what is happening with Federation, check out this blog for the latest information.
Ag Literacy Lines Blog
A blog featuring fun information on agriculture for youth and adults.
Sew What Blog
Come and see what we have been doing.

News Releases

Connecting with Kids
Resource for staying in touch with kids.
Conservation Connections
Conservation best practices, natural resource decision-making , current research in the field and bridging research with local practice.
Diabetes Life Lines
Current diabetes research.
The Farm Gate
Where farm decision-makers start their day.
Working Families
News and ideas for families with working parents.
4-H Leaders' Newsletter
Leader's Link newsletter for leaders.
Ford-Iroquois Extension Line
News from Ford-Iroquois Extension.
Podcasts
Commodity Week

Commodity Week

Weekly agriculture news, analysis, prices, and weather from WILL AM 580
Closing Market Report

Closing Market Report

A daily review of farm and agriculture markets in the Midwest
DairyNet Podcast

DairyNet Podcast

News and information for dairy producers, educators, and consumers
Challenges at the Supermarket

Challenges at the Supermarket

JoAn Todd covers topics in basic nutrition and food buying.
Gardener's Corner

Gardener's Corner

Gardening Tips and Techniques from University of Illinois Extension
Spotlight on Natural Resources

Spotlight on Natural Resources

Current topics in Illinois natural resources
Illini Pet Pod

Illini Pet Pod

The latest news about pet care and humane education
Illini Farm Report

Illini Farm Report

News for and about Illinois farms from University of Illinois Extension
Photo Galleries
2009 Explore Robotics Program
09 Federation
Federation 08-09
2008 Ford County Fair
2008 Iroquois County 4-H Fair

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Contact Us

Ford/Iroquois Unit
912 W Seminary Ave
P.O. Box 163
Onarga, IL 60955-0163
Phone: 815-268-4051
FAX: 815-268-4058
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