University of Illinois Extension JoDaviess-Carroll
Ag & Natural Resources
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For more information, please contact:
JoDaviess-Carroll Unit
Carroll County Office
807D S Clay St
Mt. Carroll, IL 61053
Phone: 815-244-9444 / Fax: 815-244-3836
E-mail: carroll_co@extension.uiuc.edu
To help landowners understand rural property owner rights and responsibilities as well as to learn about landowner program opportunities, the Northwestern Illinois Land and Farm Preservation Coalition has put together "The Three "R's" of Rural Living" seminar series with the first session "Rights, Rules, & Responsibilities" set for February 25 at the Community Building, Elizabeth, IL. The second session "Bought Some Acreage Now What?" will be held on March 31 at the Holy Cross Church, Stockton , IL. Check-in for each session begins at 8:30 a.m. with both programs running from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Each program utilizes several guest speakers from a number of area organizations. Topics covered at the February 25 session include typical property easements, well and septic issues, zoning, land use, understanding property assessment, forestry and conservation development acts, legal disposal of unwanted items and local recycling opportunities. March 31st topics include knowing your property features and soils, leasing options for cropland, pastures, and buildings, government programs, legal primer on key landowner laws, landowner liability and risk management, and land improvement options.
Registration fee is $25 per session or $40 for both sessions with a discount available for additional family members if registered one week in advance. To register or to obtain more information on the workshop, contact Jo-Carroll Extension at either 815-858-2273 in Elizabeth or 815-244-9444 in Mt. Carroll. On-line registration with credit card payment can also be done via the Jo-Carroll Unit website at http://jdc.extension.uiuc.edu
GRAZING WORKSHOP MARCH 11-FREEPORT
Getting The Most From Your Grazing Acres. This workshop is designed to help those who have experience managing pastures for maximum livestock production as well as those just starting a grazing operation in northwestern Illinois. We will discuss management of your toughest weed problems, pasture grass species selection and the basics of animal nutrition of livestock on pasture. The workshop will be held March 11th at the Stephenson County Farm Bureau Building in Freeport. Please send reservations to the Stephenson Extension office by March 5th. There will be an on-farm follow up session tentatively set for July 9th. Join us at this morning program – you'll gain ideas to use in your operation, plus visit with fellow graziers.
Registration fee is $10 if registered one week in advance. To register or to obtain more information on the workshop, contact Stephenson Extension at 815-235-4125. On-line registration with credit card payment can also be done via the Stephenson Extension website at http://stephenson.extension.uiuc.edu
PREMISE ID NUMBER REQUIRED TO EXHIBIT
On October 31st of last year, the Illinois Department of Agriculture announced that a Premise Identification number would be required to exhibit livestock at all state, county, 4-H, and FFA fairs beginning in 2008. What species need a Premise ID? Cattle, swine, sheep, chickens, ducks, geese, rabbits, llamas/alpacas, horses, mules, deer/elk, turkeys, pheasants, quail, guineas, ratites (ostriches/emus), and goats. What does this mean to our livestock exhibitors and fairs? Come and find out. There will be two informational meetings held in February. Jim Kunkel from the Illinois Dept. of Ag will speak on Feb 13 at the Elizabeth Community Building from 7-9 p.m and Feb 20 at the Carroll County Farm Bureau Building from 6-8 p.m.
NATURAL RESOURCES TELECONFERNCE WORKSHOPS
Pond Construction and Management
March 26 @1:30
Introduction to Prairies
October 21 @ 1:30
Wet & Wild: The Benefits of Rain Gardens
November 3 @ 1:30
All Sessions are offered at Elizabeth or Mt. Carroll Extension Offices. Fee is $5 per person per session. Please register in advance by calling your county office.
GROWING OF THE GREEN HORT WORKSHOP MARCH 15
The Jo Daviess Carroll Area Vocation Center (AVC) and University of Illinois Extension Master Gardeners of Jo Daviess County have teamed up to host the "Growing of the Green" family day of horticulture fun workshop set for Saturday, March 15 from 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at the AVC building, Elizabeth, IL. The event includes numerous horticulture topic sessions including youth activities to select from and attend.
TAKE 5 FOR THE ENVIRONMENT-ELIZABETH
We are pleased to bring you the popular discussion and lecture series, "Take 5 for the Environment" for 2008. This year, the sessions include a variety of speakers with an array of topics that will keep you up-to-date and informed about local environmental issues and conservation practices.
The talks are FREE and open to the public. Complimentary refreshments will be provided. Pre-registration is encouraged one week in advance to ensure availability of handouts. A donation at the door is encouraged to defray the cost of program materials. Programs run from 1:00– 3:00 p.m. at the Elizabeth Community Building.
To register, learn more about this event, or find out more about the programs that the Jo Daviess Conservation Foundation and our partners have to offer, contact Barb at 815.858.9100 or e-mail info@jdcf.org
January 27: Taking on Global Warming In Illinois
February 16: Insects of Illinois
March 15: Looking at Local Foods
April 12: Ecosystem Services Provided by Birds
May 4: Water Sustainability in the Midwest
HORTICULTURE TELECONFERENCE WORKSHOPS
Carnivorous Plants
February 12 @1:00 or February 14 @ 7:00 p.m. (Mt. Carroll only)
Climbers & Twiners: Vines for the Home Garden
February 26 @1:00 or February 28 @ 7:00 p.m. (Mt. Carroll only)
All Sessions are offered at Elizabeth or Mt. Carroll Extension Offices. Fee is $5 per person per session. Please register in advance by calling your county office.
EXOTIC INVASIVE PLANT & INSECT WORKSHOP FEB 22-FREEPORT
Exotic Invasive Plants and Insects are an environmental issue of concern. Having the skills to identify and manage these species are important skills for you to have. This 5 hour workshop will provide identification and management information to control a variety of plant and insect pests. Presented by Specialists and Educators from the University of Illinois Extension, the workshop will cover:
· The importance of controlling these species
· Laws and Regulations involved
· Identification and Management of Exotic Invasive Plants and Insects
The workshop is open to landowners, highway department personnel, township individuals, public works departments, property managers, and anyone else interested in helping learn how to manage these problems. The workshop will be held at the Freeport Public Library on February 22 from 9:30 – 3:00. For more information contact the Knox County Extension Office at 309-342-5108.
RISK MANAGEMENT WORKSHOP FEB 28-SHANNON&STOCKTON
Participate in a free Right Risk workshop in Shannon or Stockton on Feb 28th. The presentations and activities will help you and your family or business partners gain a better understanding of the risks faced by your operation and your personal risk preferences and ways to manage risks using insurance and other controls.
EDUCATIONAL TELENET SERIES FOR LOCAL GOVERNMENT
Bringing Energy Independence Home
February 28–3:00-5:00
Myth of Free Money
March 27– 3:00-5:00
Kermit Was WRONG! It IS Easy Being GREEN!!
April 24–3:00-5:00
Illinois Policy on Providing Mental Health Services
May 22–3:00-5:00
Local government officials will have the opportunity to gain valuable information about important issues without leaving the county with this years telenet series. Presenters for the programs include representatives of state agencies, Extension staff, and community leaders with experience in the issues and challenges faced by local officials. The Tele-Institute programs also provide the opportunity for county officials to earn Certified County Official credit. Each Tele-Institute qualifies for 2 hours of CCO credit. Registration should be completed no later than one week prior to each program. Those interested in participating should call 815-244-9444 to attend in Mt. Carroll or 815-858-2273 to attend in Elizabeth.
ALFALFA TELECONFERENCE FEB 29-ELIZABETH
Production and harvest strategies will highlight the Alfalfa Production and Harvesting Workshop hosted by University of Illinois Extension on February 29. The program is from 9:30 am to 12 Noon and will be presented via distance delivery at the Jo Daviess County Extension Office in Elizabeth, IL. Registration begins at 9 am.
"Alfalfa growers, dealers and consultants will hear about current production, harvest, and protection strategies that impact the profitability of alfalfa operations," reports Jim Morrison, Extension Educator, crop systems. "Information will be presented to help fine-tune management plans for the 2008 crop".
Kevin Shinners, University of Wisconsin-Madison agricultural engineer, will discuss "Ways to Speed Hay Dry Down". "Roundup Ready Alfalfa – What's the Current Situation?" will be presented by Aaron Hager, University of Illinois Extension weed specialist.
Carl Bradley, Extension pathologist at the University of Illinois, will discuss "Managing Alfalfa Diseases – Where to Start?" and Jim Morrison Extension Educator, crop systems will provide an "Update on Nitrogen Credit from Alfalfa". Paul Peterson, Extension forage specialist, University of Minnesota, will round out the program by addressing "How Hardy is Alfalfa? – Lessons Learned from the '07 Easter Freeze".
Continuing education units in IPM and Crop Management for Certified Crop Advisers have been requested. The program is sponsored by University of Illinois Extension. The cost is $10.00 per person if registered by Feb. 22, or $15.00 per person after then. Individuals can register by contacting Jo Daviess County Extension, P.O Box 600, 204 S Vine, Elizabeth, IL 61028 at 815-858-2273. Make check payable to University of Illinois Extension.
CERTIFIED LIVESTOCK TRAINING FEB 26– MT. CARROLL
A Certified Livestock Manager training workshop will be held on Tuesday, February 26, at Naaman Diehl Auditorium, Mt. Carroll. This workshop is primarily aimed at swine producers with examples and discussion, but is open to ALL producers. Registration will start at 8:15 a.m. and the workshop itself will begin at 8:50 a.m. Participants arriving after 9:20 a.m. cannot be certified for attending the workshop. The Illinois Department of Agriculture written exam will be offered at 12:30 p.m. To register for the workshop and/or order the new C.L.M.T. manual or CD call 1-800-345-6087 (University of Illinois ACES Marketing & Distribution) and tell them you would like to register for and attend the February 26 workshop.
