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You're ready for a change. You're looking for new ideas that strengthen relationships, build prosperity, ignite economic development, nurture health, and safeguard our natural resources. The problem is there's so much misinformation you don't know what to believe. At Illinois Extension, we know success is important to you, that's why we provide unbiased, research-based solutions to the challenges you face. Stop worrying and trust Extension to help so you can champion your home, business, and community. 

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The popular Growing Great Vegetables 5-week webinar series is back starting this February. Topics include: Where will you garden
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Take a Pesticide Applicator Test

The Pesticide Safety Education Program is offering in person and online training and certification now through March to help Applicators and Operators meet their goals.
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Small changes in your personal life can have positive impacts on the environment. Explore how prescribed burns work, how to build better soils, and more.
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Grow confidence when choosing seed packets for your garden

URBANA, Ill. – When planning a garden, seeds are an inexpensive investment when compared to buying plants. Gardeners have three basic seed selection choices: hybrid, open-pollinated, and heirloom seeds. What is the difference?

Hybrid seeds, also called F1 hybrids, are developed by plant

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How have Illinois soils changed over 120 years? U of I scientist needs your help

URBANA, Ill. – When he heard an old barn on the University of Illinois campus was scheduled for demolition, soil scientist Andrew Margenot went to investigate. Inside, on dusty shelves, he discovered a time capsule in the form of thousands of jars of soil from around the state, some dating as

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Illinois Extension to create holistic regenerative ag course

URBANA, Ill. – Illinois’ agriculture industry is rooted in its soil. Now, University of Illinois Extension is continuing to invest in the earth by developing a regenerative agricultural program to bring healthy soil practices to farms and gardens statewide.

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