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Ellen Phillips
Extension Educator, Local Food Systems and Small Farms
University of Illinois Extension
421 W Pines Rd, Ste 10
Oregon, IL 61061
Phone: 815-732-2191
FAX: 815-732-4007
ephillps@illinois.edu

Local Food Systems and Small Farms

Local Food Systems and Small Farms

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Composting Central Illinois Small Farms Small Farms Manure Management Illinois Agritourism EZregs Private Applicator Training (Online Course)

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  • Agricultural Safety and Health
    The Agricultural Safety and Health program seeks to provide research-based information and resources that assist individuals and organizations in the understanding and prevention of injury and illness while working in and around Illinois agriculture.
  • Illinois Livestock Trail
    Livestock related research from University of Illinois Extension animal systems specialists.
  • MarketMaker
    An interactive mapping system that locates businesses and markets of agricultural products, providing an important link between producers and consumers.
  • Common Vegetable Problems
    Learn about common vegetable insect pests and diseases.
  • Soil Testing
    Need to test your soil? Here's what you need to know.
  • Focus on Plant Problems
    Is disease affecting your plants and trees? Learn more at this website.
  • Herb Gardening
    Guide to growing and using common herbs.
  • Agroecology/Sustainable Agriculture Program (ASAP)
    ASAP facilitates and promotes research and education which protects Illinois' natural and human resources while sustaining agricultural production.
  • Backyard Fruits
    Backyard Fruits gives the basics of growing fruit in the home garden.

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