Pumpkins and squash are popular garden plants. However, many gardeners struggle with pests attacking their plants. In the upcoming Four Seasons Gardening webinar on May 20, learn about common pests that affect squash, pumpkin, cucumber, and melon plants, as well as how to manage them. Monthly webinars begin at 1:30 p.m. on select Tuesdays and are free to attend. The series focuses on home gardening, environmental stewardship, and backyard food production and is led by Extension horticulture experts. Registration is required at the link below. 🔗 Sessions are free, and registration is required at https://go.illinois.edu/FourSeasons (fb)

Do you know where your drinking water comes from? Sure, the faucet. But what about before then? Many Illinois communities draw their water from underground aquifers, which are filled by rain and snowmelt that drain into them. This week, the Everyday Environment team explores how communities are sharing groundwater resources and finding a balance between drawing the water we need without draining aquifers. - Blog: https://extension.illinois.edu/blogs/everyday-environment/2025-05-08-groundwater-guide-where-our-water-comes-and-challenges - Podcast: https://extension.illinois.edu/podcasts/everyday-environment-podcast/protecting-our-water-supply-helicopters-how-communities-are (fb)