Local team of volunteers take on pollinator decline crisis
Beyond filling our plates, pollinators play a hard-to-detect but crucial role on a global scale. While it’s easy to focus on their contribution to our food supply, with 35% globally relying directly or indirectly on their work, their impact stretches far wider.Across the United States,...
The Spark of Curiosity: How Cloverbud Camp bridged the gap for 4-H families
Ford and Iroquois Counties presented a unique dilemma for 4-H: a disconnect between the needs of the youngest and oldest members. On one hand, Cloverbuds, eager to explore and learn, needed more engaging workshops tailored to their age and interests. On the other hand, older teens craved...
FCS bringing tools and training to rural communities
Access to healthy living resources is often limited in rural Illinois, presenting a unique challenge. Addressing this issue head-on, Illinois Extension Family Life team launched two initiatives this year focusing on brain health and social isolation in rural locations across Iroquois, Vermilion...
Illinois Extension partners with New American Welcome Center for Let's Talk Money
URBANA, Ill — Feeling overwhelmed by finances? Don't worry, you're not alone. University of Illinois Extension and the New American Welcome Center are excited to offer a six-session series called “Let’s Talk Money!” to help you gain...
Keep dogs safe this winter
URBANA, Ill. — As the days inch further and further into winter and frigid temperatures, Dr. Pavlovsky, director of the University of Illinois Veterinary Medicine South Clinic, has...
4-H celebrates shining stars at Golden Clovers
SAVOY, Ill. — Champaign County 4-Hers shone brightly as they celebrated their accomplishments and hard work over the past year at the Golden Clovers at the Savoy Elks Lodge on November 13, 2023. The Golden Clovers is the annual Champaign County 4-H awards celebration. This event...
Local 4-Hers honored with Live Like Luke Award
SAVOY, Ill. — As 4-Hers from all over Champaign County gathered on November 19 at the Golden Clovers, the annual 4-H Award Celebration, three 4-Hers were recognized for their passion and how they treat their fellow 4-Hers. Champaign County 4-H recognized Josh Dilger, Grace Iluyomade, and...
Illinois 4-H youth earn spot at national conference for exceptional achievements
Atlanta, GA -- Ten teens from Illinois attended a five-day national conference in Atlanta, GA designed to expand their skills, engage with other 4-H members, and provide inspiration. Delegates to National 4-H Congress are selected on their...
Stretch your roots this winter with Four Seasons Gardening webinars
URBANA, Ill. — Seasons come and go, but home gardening never stops. Explore how to keep your green thumb growing this winter with Four Seasons Gardening webinars.
University of Illinois Extension experts will share tips for starting...
Bloom in the winter with gift of amaryllis bulb kit
URBANA, Ill. — The gift of gardening is an experience anyone can appreciate this holiday season. Take the stress out of shopping this holiday season and give a blooming amaryllis kit that brings the beauty of nature indoors.
Poinsettias are beautiful, popular holiday plants, but the gift...
Dig in with confidence with spring vegetable gardening workshops
URBANA, Ill. — Growing a vegetable garden takes work, but sometimes the hardest part is knowing where to start. Grow with confidence this spring with Growing Great Vegetables, a five-week webinar series from University of Illinois Extension that explores everything from seeds and soil to a...
New Funding, New Brand: I-Regen
URBANA, Ill. — The Illinois Regenerative Agriculture Initiative (IRAI) marks the successful completion of its first three years with a new name: I-Regen. The name change reflects an ongoing...
Getting agriculture carbon market questions answered
URBANA, Ill. — When looking to adopt new agricultural practices, it is helpful to hear about experiences from neighbors and locate resources to answer questions. University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, Illinois...
Now accepting applications for Master Gardener training
DANVILLE, Ill – Calling all green thumbs! Do you love gardening and are passionate about sharing your knowledge with others? Do you live in Ford, Iroquois, or Vermilion County? If so, we encourage you to join the University of Illinois Master Gardeners!
The Ford and Iroquois...
December program highlights Illinois Centennial Soil Archive Project
URBANA, Ill. — Illinois soils tell both a story and reveal a history of how soils have changed over the centuries. To understand more, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign needs help from residents and landowners. During a free program, ...
Illinois 4-H teams make history in Louisville
Louisville, Ky. -- Illinois 4-H had a record-breaking day at the North American International Livestock Exposition. For the first time ever, Illinois 4-H won the National 4-H Quiz Bowl. For the second year in a row, Illinois 4-H won the National 4-H...
4-H members ignite their future leadership path
Decatur, Ill.-- Over 100 seventh and eighth grade youth learned ways to improve their leadership skills at the 2023 space-themed 4-H Junior Leadership Conference held Nov. 4-5 at the Decatur Hotel and Conference Center in Decatur.
“This event helps youth from all over Illinois gain a new...
