Everyday Environment Podcast

Everyday Environment Podcast

By Abigail Garofalo, Amy Lefringhouse, Erin GarrettScienceEducation
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Everyday Environment Podcast episodes

  • Christmas Tree selection and care

    Christmas tree season is nearly upon us. John Church, educator in Natural Resources for the University of Illinois Extension explains how to pick a Christmas Tree as well as how to care for it. Be sure to visit http://urbanext.illinois.edu/trees/ for even more information.

    15 min
  • Biochar

    This podcast talks about biochar as a soil amendment and as a potential way of sequestering carbon from the environment.

    9 min
  • Buckthorn

    Buckthorn is a brushy plant that has become a troublesome weed species in many areas. John describes identification and control measures.

    11 min
  • Firewood

    Fall is the time when many people purchase firewood for the winter. Duane gives timely tips on terms and what to look for in firewood for your fireplace.

    15 min
  • Composting

    In this podcast John Church, Extension Educator from the University of

    Illinois describes how to get started with composting for your yard and
    garden.

    13 min
  • Yellow Jackets

    One

    of the most common insect pests this time of year is the Yellow Jacket.
    University of Illinois Natural Resources Educator, John Church, is interviewed by Bill Woessner about why
    they are so common this time of year and what can be done to control
    them.

    6 min
  • Conservation Stewardship Program (CSP)

    One

    way Illinois landowners can reduce their property tax bill and also benefit the
    environment is by putting land into the Conservation Stewardship Program. Bill Woessner talks with John
    Church, University of Illinois Extension Educator, about this program in this podcast.

    7 min
  • Emerald Ash Borer

    In this podcast, Bill Woessner interviews John Church, Extension Educator in Natural Resources about what to look for in Emerald Ash Borer infestations and tells you what resources are available to deal with the pest.

    9 min

About Everyday Environment Podcast

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Everyday Environment delves into the intricate web of connections that bind us to the natural world. From water, air, energy, plants, and animals to the complex interactions within these elements, we aim to unravel the ties that link us to our environment. Through a variety of educational formats, including podcasts, blogs, and videos, we strive to foster a deeper understanding of these connections among the residents of Illinois. Explore more at go.illinois.edu/everydayenvironment.