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4-H Camp Whitetail

October 24, 2025 - October 26, 2025

Perceptions of Digital Health Technology

October 29, 2025

Diabetes 101

October 30, 2025

4-H Building Bricks Challenge Series: November Challenge

November 1, 2025 - November 30, 2025

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Michael Galloway poses in front of his rabbits and an award ribbon

October 24, 2025

‘I am autistic and rabbit shows helped me:’ Showing livestock to be ‘Beyond Ready’ for life
MORRIS, Ill. – The 4-H program, Illinois’ largest youth development organization administered by University of Illinois Extension, prepares youth to be...

A field overtaken by the invasive plant Sericea lespedeza

October 24, 2025

Nine new invasive species regulated in Illinois with expansion of Exotic Weeds Act
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. — The forests and prairies of Illinois have a new line of defense against harmful non-native plants. On Oct. 1, the Illinois Department of Natural Resources added nine more invasive plants to the list of species that are illegal to buy,...

October 22, 2025

Learn latest agricultural research from Illinois Extension experts at Greater Peoria Farm Show
PEORIA, Ill. — Meet with agriculture specialists from University of Illinois Extension and learn about the latest research impacting farms today while attending the Greater Peoria Farm Show,...

October 20, 2025

Beam signing cements progress on a mission-centered gathering place for University of Illinois Extension
URBANA, Ill. — University of Illinois Extension is poised to have its first central facility in its 100+ year history by Spring of 2027. The high-impact, geographically dispersed organization serves the state as the outward-facing public good unit...

Looking into the canopy of a poplar tree showing early fall color changing from green to yellow

October 17, 2025

Water trees wisely to beat winter woes
URBANA, Ill. — As autumn colors emerge, it may seem that trees are preparing for rest. However, when fall brings dry conditions instead of seasonal rains, trees can enter winter under stress. Fall droughts can be subtle but have lasting impacts. With timely care, trees can weather dry spells and...

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