Pumpkins & More You can learn about U-pick pumpkin farms, pumpkin nutrition, varieties & selection, and fun activities for children.
MyPyramid.gov One size doesn't fit all. MyPyramid Plan can help you choose the foods and amounts that are right for you.
Food for Thought Fun ideas each month about food and nutrition for parents of preschool children.
Local Programs
Family Nutrition Program (FNP)
The Family Nutrition Program (FNP) teaches people about the importance of making healthier food choices and how to manage their resources to best provide for their families when resources are limited.
Local Food Systems
A local food system (LFS) is more than farmers markets or roadside produce stands. A LFS is a network of producers, processors, retailers, and consumers that work together in a specific geographic area to produce, distribute, and consume locally grown and processed foods.
Walk Club
The Walk Club encourages participants to walk 10,000 steps per day.
JoAn Todd covers topics in basic nutrition and food buying.
Contact Us
For more information about these programs, please contact:
Amy Finley
Community Worker, Family Nutrition Program
Knox County Unit
180 S Soangetaha Rd, Ste 108
Galesburg, IL 61401-5595
Phone: 309-342-5108 x129
FAX: 309-342-1768 aefinley@illinois.edu
Angel Wright
Community Worker, Family Nutrition Program
Knox County Unit
180 S Soangetaha Rd, Ste 108
Galesburg, IL 61401-5595
Phone: 309-342-5108 x127
FAX: 309-342-1768 angiew@illinois.edu