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Get involved, volunteer!

Volunteering with Illinois Extension opens the door to endless possibilities. Whether you’re interested in becoming a 4-H Leader, Master Gardener, or Master Naturalist, there’s a place for you to make a difference. Embrace lifelong learning and create a lifelong impact!

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Lessons for Living Webinar Series 2025

Discover timeless insights and practical tips for living an inspiring, healthy, and fulfilling life, regardless of age. Learn valuable life lessons in this series that are accessible and easy to apply.

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Hunters Feeding Illinois

Hunters Feeding Illinois connects hunters, meat processors, and food pantries to bring lean protein to Illinois residents and families.

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Strong Couples Project

Maintaining a strong relationship with your spouse or romantic partner can be a challenge. This free online program will get you there.

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Farm Stress

Across the farm industry, there are ways we can all help.

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Agriculture and AgriBusiness Impact

The thing you need most is advice you can trust. Illinois Extension uses unbiased information from University of Illinois to provide practical production recommendations to help farmers, producers, industries, homeowners, communities, and agencies.

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Maximize profit on your farm

All the tools you need to stay up-to-date on the markets and to make economical farm decisions.

Wellness in Nature

Spending time in nature can benefit mental and physical well-being. From creating a sensory experience while growing vegetables and fruits in a garden, to hiking and exploring a forest preserve, even a short amount of time spent in nature can improve overall health.

Review the guidelines

Ensure you're following the new guidelines for selling homemade foods.

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Online courses

We provide learning on your terms so you can be who you were meant to be.

Food Preservation

Enjoy garden-fresh foods all year long by preserving at home. We'll take you through the journey, from the equipment you'll need to the step-by-step-process.

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Upcoming Local Events

Southwestern Agronomy Summit

January 16, 2025

Springfield Agronomy Summit

January 21, 2025

Oglesby Agronomy Summit

January 23, 2025

Southeastern Agronomy Summit

January 28, 2025

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News Releases

December 13, 2024

Extension Horticulture educator engages young minds with new gardening curriculum
URBANA, Ill. — Captivating the minds of middle school students is no easy feat, but University of Illinois Extension Horticulture Educator Bruce Black has charted a course that increases engagement and has measurable...

December 13, 2024

Connections across Extension programs lead to lasting impact
URBANA, Ill. — Establishing connections is essential for the expansion of Illinois Extension. Interdisciplinary work shows how collaboration across programs brings valuable knowledge to new audiences and builds lasting relationships. From teams that improve food access and eliminate food...

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December 13, 2024

4-H digital design program wins award for connecting youth with technology
URBANA, Ill. — In a world where technological advances happen daily, digital access and literacy are crucial for future generations to close opportunity gaps. University of Illinois Extension works to connect communities with technology to improve the quality of living through digital...

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December 13, 2024

Northern Illinois youth dance program wins Extension Innovation Award
URBANA, Ill. — Dance is an art form that moves us while having fun. Research shows that children who dance report better stress release, improved focus and concentration, and a better sense of self and freedom. University of Illinois Extension awarded 4-H Youth Development Specialist...

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December 13, 2024

Community garden, arts program, and environmental stewardship day win inclusivity awards
URBANA, Ill. — As an organization, University of Illinois Extension values inclusivity and acknowledges and respects the similarities, differences, and contributions of all people and communities in identifying new ideas and approaches. Extension staff strive to include everyone and create...

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