Think you’ve seen it all after one farm tour? Think again! Join Savanna Institute monthly as they dive into the seasonal highlights of the Savanna Institute Illinois Demonstration Farms. Every first Saturday of the month, MJ Oviatt or Kaitie Adams will guide you on a walking tour of Savanna Institute Agroforestry Demonstration Farm (Urbana) or 4-H Memorial Camp Farm (Monticello), spotlighting certain aspects…

Did you know hazelnuts are a Midwest-adapted, perennial crop that provides habitat, sequesters carbon and help builds soil health all while producing a saleable crop? Join Savanna Institute for a hands-on workshop to learn about hazelnut industry opportunities in the northern Midwest. Participants will gather at Fields Restored, family-owned farm in Ogle County, IL where…

Join Savanna Institute and the University of Illinois Extension for a full-day event focused on how planting trees can increase pollinators, wildlife, and opportunities for recreation on farmlands. Topics covered will include: choosing the right trees and shrubs to meet your conservation goals, current research on the benefits of adding habitat, and ways to enhance…

Join us monthly as we dive into the seasonal highlights of the Savanna Institute Illinois Demonstration Farms. Every first Saturday of the month, MJ Oviatt or Kaitie Adams will guide you on a walking tour of Savanna Institute Agroforestry Demonstration Farm (Urbana) or 4-H Memorial Camp Farm (Monticello), spotlighting certain aspects of these dynamic demonstration…