The forests and prairies of Illinois have a new line of defense against harmful non-native plants. On Oct. 1, the Illinois ...

“Extension offers farmers and producers a unique opportunity in that we offer non-biased, research-based information as we ...

University of Illinois Extension will hostUniversity of Illinois Extension will host "The Wild World of Woolly Worms" at Stinson Memorial Public Library in Anna October 22 from 3:30-4:30 p.m. Youth ...

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Welcome to the Dixon Springs Agricultural Center (DSAC)—a University of Illinois research center dedicated to agricultural innovation, hands-on education, and rural development in the heart of ...

University of Illinois Extension is poised to have its first central facility in its 100+ year history by Spring of 2027.

What do snakes, spiders, and cacti have in common?You can find them in the desert! That's where we're traveling for this month's Tales of Tails program. Join us ...

This year, Champaign County 4-H’er Austin Ater celebrated his 14th birthday in an extraordinary way — by giving back.

Are you ready for fun, friends, and new adventures? Join us for our Find Your Spark event and discover everything 4-H has to ...

Whether picking out pumpkins from a field or carving fun faces for jack-o'-lanterns with friends, pumpkins naturally give off ...

There is so much to learn and do with 4-H this fall: outdoor adventures and treasure hunts, a babysitting workshop, 4-H clubs, cooking, fitness, great opportunities for teens and more! Check back for ...

What's so important about soil? Only everything. Soil supports all life. It provides the foundation for plant growth for food production, livestock grazing, infrastructure development, and human ...