Tag: livestock

AUA’s 6th Annual Urban Livestock Expo

On February 3rd, 2018, 11am-2pm, AUA and Southside Occupational Academy warmly invite you to the 6th Annual Urban Livestock Expo: FREE, fun, family-friendly workshops on raising bees, goats, chickens, ducks and more in your yard! All levels of expertise and interest welcome, from the experienced…

Urban Livestock Expo

Urban Livestock Expo

Ever considered how to keep bees, goats, chickens, ducks or quails in your backyard? Join AUA’s winter gathering for free, fun workshops on daily care, ideal breeds, how to troubleshoot common problems, and professionals’ tips for being a good neighbor with animals in the city!…

Putting Small Acres to Work Conference

Putting Small Acres to Work Conference

December 3, 2016 9 am – 5 pm NIU Conference Center, 8500 E State Street, Rockford, IL. There will be general sessions on permaculture and farm-scale energy production, as well as breakout sessions on both plant and animal topics, including tomatoes and peppers, microgreens, shiitake…

3rd Annual Urban Livestock Expo

3rd Annual Urban Livestock Expo

In search of a fun and informative Valentine’s Day excursion? What says “I love ewe” better than taking your date to the third annual Urban Livestock Expo? Angelic Organics Learning Center, Advocates for Urban Agriculture (AUA), and the Chicagoland Chicken Enthusiasts will present the 3rd…