U of I Extension to Hold December Workshops on Industrial Hemp

The signing of the Illinois hemp bill has provided opportunities for the cultivation, distribution and processing of hemp for fiber, grain and CBD. Learn more about the options available in legal hemp production during a pair of workshops being hosted by the University of Illinois Extension on Dec. 19 and Dec. 20.

The Dec. 19 workshop will be held at the Illinois Extension offices in Elizabeth, 204 Vine St., and on Dec. 20 in Rockford, 1040 N. Second St. The workshops run from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. both days. The cost will be $10 per person.

University of Illinois Extension Educator Phillip Alberti will be discussing industrial hemp and how farmers looking for an alternative crop that takes up a small acreage might consider growing industrial hemp as a short term cash crop. Topics include:

• types of hemp
• production systems
• licensing
• rules and regulations
• end products
• update on hemp in Illinois

This workshop will discuss grain and fiber production but will set particular emphasis on CBD production. Demonstrations of various production methods will be shown while addressing issues faced throughout the growing season.

For more information or to register call the sponsoring Illinois Extension offices: Jo Daviess County Extension (815)-858-2273 and Winnebago County Extension (815)- 986-4357 or visit us online at go.illinois.edu/jsw.

University of Illinois Extension provides equal opportunities in programs and employment. If you need a reasonable accommodation to participate, please call your local Extension Office.