Events

Illinois Extension provides relevant, science-based information that serves residents and businesses across the state. From blogs featuring the best seasonal tips and techniques to news stories highlighting upcoming learning opportunities, we offer insight backed by the research and public engagement resources of the College of Agricultural, Consumer and Environmental Sciences at the University of Illinois. Learn more at any of these events.

Smart Grazing: AI Integration into Grazing Management

I-FARM University Learning Series
Explore livestock management with artificial intelligence.

Learn about the innovative work in the use of sensors and AI models in grazing management. The fourth series session will cover how…

Agriculture Climate Risk Tools Workshop

Today’s farming weather isn’t your grandparents’ weather.

Weather trends are continuing to change. Make sure you have the tools you need to adapt and make decisions for your farming operation…

Bridging the Gap: Technology Adoption in Small Holder Farms

I-FARM University Learning Series
Adopting new technology for any size farming operation has its challenges. 

Discuss the unique challenges and opportunities smallholder farms face in adopting new technologies. This final…

Bulge Hole Ecological Area Hike

County: Johnson
Learn about plants, wildlife, and nature as we hike through this ecologically important and very scenic area! Bulge Hole Ecological Area is owned and managed by the Shawnee National Forest and…

Holy Boulders Spring Hike

County: Jackson

Explore the Holy Boulders area with "the largest concentration of boulders in Southern Illinois" according to the Illinois Climbers Association that owns and stewards the property.  This hike…