2026 Spring Into Gardening Conference
Get ready for the upcoming growing season!The sixteenth-annual Spring Into Gardening Conference invites gardening enthusiasts and beginners alike to enjoy a day filled with expert advice, creative…
State 4-H Building a Better 4-H Poster Training
Big Ideas, Clear Displays! Building a Better 4-H Poster is happening March 18, 2026, from 7:00 – 8:00 pm via Zoom!
Ever wonder why some posters grab your attention right away? In this…
Wild Neighbors: Coyotes
Coyotes are one of the most misunderstood species in Illinois and the U.S. They conjure up mixed feelings of fear, anger, and, for some, wild beauty. There are many stories about…
Wee Nats
State 4-H Awards Banquet
Celebrate our state award winners!Celebrate our state award winners!
The Illinois 4-H Awards and Scholarship program honors an amazing group of young people who have made 4-H and their…
Gardening on a Budget
Starting a container garden can benefit your budget and be a fruitful hobby that satisfies your taste buds. Learn about…
Land Leasing Basics
Leasing farmland is so commonplace that landowners, farmers, and ranchers may only think about the lease itself once things go wrong. Prevent…
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State 4-H Horse Bowl, Horse Speaking, and Hippology Contests
Save the date!Mark your calendars for April 18 – 19 for the 4-H state horse bowl, horse speaking & hippology contests to take place on UI campus in Champaign-Urbana. As usual, hippology…
State 4-H Public Speaking Contest
Save the date!4-H excels in preparing youth to speak confidently. The Illinois State 4-H Public Presentation Contest allows youth to highlight their exceptional presentation abilities in a…
Illinois 4-H State Livestock Judging Contest
About the Program
The Illinois 4-H livestock judging program teaches youth to identify livestock breeds and evaluate traits that improve local herds. The annual contest is held on the…