Organization | • | Illinois Department of Agriculture | [X] |
| | 141: | | Title: | | | | | Volume/Number: | 2011 October 19 | | | | Issuing Agency: | | | | | Description: | Homeowners, tree care professionals and government officials in Effingham and Marion counties may be interested in participating in an EAB Management Seminar Nov. 1 now that the destructive emerald ash borer beetle has been detected in their area. The seminar, hosted by the Illinois Department of Agriculture and the University of Illinois Extension, will take place at the University of Illinois Extension office in Effingham at 1209 Wenthe Drive from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. | | | | Date Created: | 10 19 2011 | | | | Agency ID: | 1172**11 | | | | ISL ID: | 000000038396 Original UID: 19141 FIRST WORD: EAB | |
| 142: | | Title: | | | | | Volume/Number: | 2011 November 9 | | | | Issuing Agency: | | | | | Description: | Workshops have been scheduled to provide Illinois livestock producers the manure management training they need to meet the requirements of the states Livestock Management Facilities Act. The Certified Livestock Manager Training workshops will be held in 12 locations throughout the state beginning Dec. 7, 2011. | | | | Date Created: | 11 09 2011 | | | | Agency ID: | 1256**11 | | | | ISL ID: | 000000039103 Original UID: 19770 FIRST WORD: Certified | |
| 143: | | Title: | | | | | Volume/Number: | 2011 November 10 | | | | Issuing Agency: | | | | | Description: | The Illinois Department of Agriculture (IDOA) has added all of 14 counties and part of two others to its emerald ash borer (EAB) quarantine. The expansion became necessary after the tree-killing beetle was detected this summer in four new counties. Traps placed throughout the state to track the spread of the beetle captured its presence in DeWitt, Marion and Stark counties. Alert IDOA staff spotted the fourth infestation, in Effingham County, while traveling to Marion County to investigate the discovery there. | | | | Date Created: | 11 10 2011 | | | | Agency ID: | 1260**11 | | | | ISL ID: | 000000039228 Original UID: 19809 FIRST WORD: Illinois | |
| 144: | | Title: | | | | | Volume/Number: | 2011 October 31 | | | | Issuing Agency: | | | | | Description: | The Illinois Department of Agriculture is holding a dinner and awards ceremony tomorrow, Tuesday, November 1st at 6pm to thank the vendors, participants and sponsors of the Illinois Products Farmers Market (IPFM) and the Illinois State Fairgrounds Community Garden. The Harvest Party will be held in the Artisans Building on the Illinois State Fairgrounds to celebrate a banner year. | | | | Date Created: | 10 31 2011 | | | | Agency ID: | 1219**11 | | | | ISL ID: | 000000039244 Original UID: 19847 FIRST WORD: Illinois | |
| 145: | | Title: | | | | | Volume/Number: | 2011 October 31 | | | | Issuing Agency: | | | | | Description: | The Illinois Department of Agriculture along with the University of Illinois Extension is hosting an EAB Management Seminar on December 8 in Wyoming, IL. Homeowners, tree care professionals and municipality officials are encouraged to participate in light of the recent confirmation of the emerald ash borer (EAB) in Stark County. | | | | Date Created: | 10 31 2011 | | | | Agency ID: | 1218**11 | | | | ISL ID: | 000000039262 Original UID: 19839 FIRST WORD: EAB | |
| 146: | | Title: | | | | | Volume/Number: | 2011 December 5 | | | | Issuing Agency: | | | | | Description: | If you are searching for the perfect gift for your favorite thrill-seeker this holiday season, look no further. The Illinois Department of Agriculture is offering the 2012 Illinois State Fair Mega Pass at a reduced rate of $50, a $15 savings, through Wednesday, Dec. 21. | | | | Date Created: | 12 05 2011 | | | | Agency ID: | 1363**11 | | | | ISL ID: | 000000039628 Original UID: 20181 FIRST WORD: 2012 | |
| 147: | | Title: | | | | | Volume/Number: | 2011 December 12 | | | | Issuing Agency: | | | | | Description: | In an effort to increase awareness about Illinois food products and businesses this holiday season, the Illinois Department of Agriculture will hold its first ever 12 Days of Christmas Contest from Dec. 14 - 25. A winner will be selected randomly each day from the Department of Agricultures Facebook and Twitter fans. Winners will receive an Illinois product and an assortment of cooking supplies donated by the American Egg Board. | | | | Date Created: | 12 12 2011 | | | | Agency ID: | 1382**11 | | | | ISL ID: | 000000039650 Original UID: 20223 FIRST WORD: 12 | |
| 148: | | Title: | | | | | Volume/Number: | 2011 December 13 | | | | Issuing Agency: | | | | | Description: | An Illinois Department of Agriculture marketing representative has been awarded the agencys top individual honor. Kim Hamilton, who helps Illinois companies gain access to foreign markets and increase export sales, was presented the Directors Achievement Award today at the departments 33rd annual Employee Luncheon and Awards Ceremony. | | | | Date Created: | 12 13 2011 | | | | Agency ID: | 1390**11 | | | | ISL ID: | 000000039706 Original UID: 20228 FIRST WORD: State | |
| 149: | | Title: | | | | | Volume/Number: | 2012 January 6 | | | | Issuing Agency: | | | | | Description: | Time is running out to register for an informative series of tillage seminars that will be held throughout the state late this month. The deadline to sign-up is Jan. 18. The Conservation Tillage and Agronomic Stewardship seminars are scheduled Jan. 23 in Mt. Vernon, Jan. 24 in Springfield and Jan. 25 in Utica. | | | | Date Created: | 01 06 2012 | | | | Agency ID: | 10**12 | | | | ISL ID: | 000000040135 Original UID: 20569 FIRST WORD: Regional | |
| 150: | | Title: | | | | | Volume/Number: | 2012 January 25 | | | | Issuing Agency: | | | | | Description: | Illinois Department of Agriculture Acting Director H.W. Devlin invites Illinois corn producers to submit their views and opinions on a proposed corn checkoff referendum at a public hearing Feb. 21, 2012. | | | | Date Created: | 01 25 2012 | | | | Agency ID: | 62**12 | | | | ISL ID: | 000000040643 Original UID: 20852 FIRST WORD: Hearing | |
| 151: | | Title: | | | | | Volume/Number: | 2012 February 9 | | | | Issuing Agency: | | | | | Description: | Governor Pat Quinn has proclaimed Thousand Cankers Disease (TCD) to be a viable threat to Illinois native Black Walnut tree population. Quinn approved regulatory measures this month to restrict the movement of potentially-infested products into Illinois as a preventative measure to protect the economical and environmental well-being of Illinois walnut tree industry. | | | | Date Created: | 02 09 2012 | | | | Agency ID: | 118**12 | | | | ISL ID: | 000000041314 Original UID: 21171 FIRST WORD: Governor | |
| 152: | | Title: | | | | | Volume/Number: | 2012 February 16 | | | | Issuing Agency: | | | | | Description: | The Illinois Department of Agriculture (IDOA) has scheduled meetings for those interested in participating in this years Illinois Products Farmers Market (IPFM) and Illinois State Fairgrounds Community Garden. A public meeting will be held March 1 at 5:30 p.m. for new and returning community gardeners. Potential and current vendors can get more information about the Illinois Products Farmers Market on March 22 at 5:30 p.m. Both meetings will be held in the IDOA Auditorium, located at the corner of Sangamon Ave. and 8th St. on the Illinois State Fairgrounds inside Gate 11. | | | | Date Created: | 02 16 2012 | | | | Agency ID: | 131**12 | | | | ISL ID: | 000000041326 Original UID: 21184 FIRST WORD: Information | |
| 153: | | Title: | | | | | Volume/Number: | 2012 February 23 | | | | Issuing Agency: | | | | | Description: | Illinois has been awarded more than $630,000 in federal funds to strengthen the competitiveness of the states specialty crop industry. The funds come from the U.S. Department of Agricultures Specialty Crop Block Grant Program and will support efforts to open new markets for fresh produce grown in Illinois. | | | | Date Created: | 02 23 2012 | | | | Agency ID: | 147**12 | | | | ISL ID: | 000000041353 Original UID: 21212 FIRST WORD: Specialty | |
| 154: | | Title: | | | | | Volume/Number: | 2012 February 24 | | | | Issuing Agency: | | | | | Description: | The Illinois Department of Agriculture has set March 28, 2012, as the date for a referendum that proposes to increase the current voluntary corn checkoff rate by 1/4 cent per bushel. | | | | Date Created: | 02 24 2012 | | | | Agency ID: | 151**12 | | | | ISL ID: | 000000041357 Original UID: 21216 FIRST WORD: Illinois | |
| 155: | | Title: | | | | | Volume/Number: | 2012 February 3 | | | | Issuing Agency: | | | | | Description: | Press Release: To increase awareness about Illinois food products this Valentines season, the Illinois Department of Agriculture will hold its first ever I Love Illinois Products! contest Feb. 10 - 14. | | | | Date Created: | 02 03 2012 | | | | Agency ID: | 97**12 | | | | ISL ID: | 000000041373 Original UID: 21232 FIRST WORD: I | |
| 156: | | Title: | | | | | Volume/Number: | 2012 February 28 | | | | Issuing Agency: | | | | | Description: | Fifty-four Illinois food companies will give away samples of their products this weekend at the 14th annual Illinois Products Expo. The aptly-titled Food and Cooking Extravaganza, which also features Illinois-made wines and agriculture-based products like soy candles, will be held March 3-4 in the Orr Building on the Illinois State Fairgrounds. In all, 77 companies are scheduled to participate. | | | | Date Created: | 02 28 2012 | | | | Agency ID: | 163**12 | | | | ISL ID: | 000000041439 Original UID: 21302 FIRST WORD: Illinois | |
| 157: | | Title: | | | | | Volume/Number: | 2012 February 17 | | | | Issuing Agency: | | | | | Description: | When Governor Quinn approached me to step up and lead the Illinois Department of Agriculture, I was humbled by the opportunity to serve in a role where I could promote real, positive change in the lives of Illinois families. As a former mayor and legislator representing both rural and urban parts of Illinois that depend on a robust agricultural economy, I understand why citizens want someone with a clear vision and a commitment to continued growth. | | | | Date Created: | 02 17 2012 | | | | Agency ID: | 137**12 | | | | ISL ID: | 000000041478 Original UID: 21347 FIRST WORD: Robert | |
| 158: | | Title: | | | | | Volume/Number: | 2012 March 1 | | | | Issuing Agency: | | | | | Description: | SPRINGFIELD, Ill. Illinois Department of Agriculture Acting Director Bob Flider will help snip a ribbon Saturday, March 3, to open the 14th annual Illinois Products Expo. The ribbon-cutting ceremony will take place at 9:50 a.m. at the east entrance of the Orr Building on the Illinois State Fairgrounds. | | | | Date Created: | 03 01 2012 | | | | Agency ID: | 174**12 | | | | ISL ID: | 000000041479 Original UID: 21348 FIRST WORD: Illinois | |
| 159: | | Title: | | | | | Volume/Number: | 2012 March 16 | | | | Issuing Agency: | | | | | Description: | University of Illinois Extension offices will serve as poll locations for the March 28 Illinois Corn Marketing Act referendum, the Illinois Department of Agriculture announced today. | | | | Date Created: | 03 16 2012 | | | | Agency ID: | 237**12 | | | | ISL ID: | 000000041684 Original UID: 21511 FIRST WORD: Illinois | |
| 160: | | Title: | | | | | Volume/Number: | 2012 March 26 | | | | Issuing Agency: | | | | | Description: | The 2012 Illinois Products Expo was a record-breaker. The two-day show, which featured food, wine and agricultural products from 77 Illinois companies, attracted 7,718 consumers, shattering the former record of 6,566*. Those who attended brought their wallets as well as their appetites. Participating companies reported record sales of $130,000, 13 percent more than the previous high of $115,000. | | | | Date Created: | 03 26 2012 | | | | Agency ID: | 277**12 | | | | ISL ID: | 000000042250 Original UID: 21802 FIRST WORD: Illinois | |
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