Upcomng events

• Feb. 12-13: Illinois Crop Management Conference – Malta, Kishwaukee College Conference Center. For further information contact Russ Higgins, 815-274-1343 rahiggin@illinois.edu

• University of Illinois Extension – Bureau, LaSalle, Marshall, Putnam Unit is offering the upcoming certification programs for private pesticide applicators. Pre-registration is required. The Illinois Department of Agriculture will administer the testing:

• Testing only – Feb. 11, 9 to 11 a.m., to be held at the University of Illinois Extension – LaSalle County Office, 1689 North 31st Road, Suite 2, Ottawa. No cost.

• Testing only – March 14, 10 a.m. – noon, to be held at the University of Illinois Extension – Bureau County Office, 850 Thompson Street, Princeton. No cost.