Meet Your Farmer: May 2025

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If you have any questions or would like to inquire about a waiting list, please contact Alexis Barnes at arbarnes@illinois.edu or 630-584-6166.

From growing medium options to planting and irrigation, we will talk all things field prep as we visit this peri-urban farm!

This is a great opportunity for fellow farmers, gardeners, or those who just want to learn about their local food and meet the farmer growing it. This event includes a field tour and a hands-on activity to learn more about how to improve or add new growing practices to your farm or garden.

When: Sunday, May 18 from 10 a.m. to noon (rain or shine)

Where: Barbic Farms in Wayne

Barbic Farms is a small, family-owned and operated organic market garden that harvests a variety of fresh produce that is free of pesticides, herbicides, synthetic fertilizers, and other chemicals. Their mission is to provide fresh (harvested same day) premium produce directly from the farm to neighbors.

Cost: FREE

Registration required and space may be limited.

Questions: Contact Extension Educator Alexis Barnes at arbarnes@illinois.edu or 630-584-6166

Please also note:

Wear closed-toe shoes and dress for the weather
Bring water to stay hydrated
This is an adults-only event with no seating available

If you need a reasonable accommodation to participate, please contact Extension Educator Alexis Barnes arbarnes@illinois.edu or 630-584-6166. Early requests are strongly encouraged to allow sufficient time for meeting your access needs.

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