Winter Growing Field Day:
Year-Round Production in Southern Illinois
Sunday, February 22, 2026 | 1:00 PM
All Seasons Farm, Cobden, IL
Join Us at All Seasons Farm
Growing fresh produce year-round isn't just a dream—it’s entirely possible right here in Southern Illinois. Join Food Works and Jill Rendleman of All Seasons Farm for an immersive, in-person workshop designed to empower farmers, homesteaders, and gardeners with the skills to produce high-quality vegetables throughout the winter months.
All Seasons Farm has spent over a decade perfecting bio-intensive and regenerative practices to grow Certified Organic (and now Certified Naturally Grown) produce in every season. This field day offers a unique "classroom to field" experience, combining indoor instruction with guided outdoor tours of their winter production systems.
What You'll Learn
This workshop covers the practical strategies and equipment needed for successful cold-weather cultivation:
- Season-Extension Structures: Explore various covers, including low and medium hoops, caterpillar tunnels, and unheated high tunnels.
- Schedules & Varieties: Learn specific winter seeding and planting schedules, along with vegetable varieties best suited for our local winter climate.
- Sustainable Strategies: Discover low-cost, low-input approaches to season extension that prioritize soil health and nutrient density.
- Continued Growth: Receive recommendations for books and articles to further your learning journey.
Registration & Event Details
- Cost: This event is FREE and open to the public; a $10 donation is appreciated to support our ongoing mission.
- Registration: Space is limited to ensure a high-quality learning environment. Registration is required to secure your seat.
- Refreshments: Water, warm drinks, and light snacks will be provided to keep everyone comfortable throughout the afternoon.
About the Partners
All Seasons Farm is a family-operated farm located between Anna and Carbondale. They specialize in heirloom and non-GMO varieties grown in biologically healthy soil. Beyond produce, they offer pasture-raised eggs, herbs, and a robust CSA program.
Food Works Field Days are organized by the Southern Illinois Farming Alliance. We seek to promote long-term farming networks that create healthy soils, healthy food, and healthy communities across the 23 counties of Southern Illinois.
