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Extension educator recognized at Illinois Extension annual conference
ALBION, Ill. – Illinois Extension serving Edwards, Lawrence, Richland, Wabash, and Wayne counties congratulates Local Food Systems and Small Farms Educator Katie Bell for receiving the Individual Extension Excellence Award. Bell was recognized at the Illinois Extension annual conference in...

Illinois Extension offers legal series to empower farmers to strengthen, safeguard operations
URBANA, Ill. — In times of uncertainty, protecting your livelihood and assets is essential. Each farm and farm family has a unique experience and specific needs, but the success of Illinois farmers is vital for everyone in our state.“With the converging crises of the COVID-19 pandemic,...

Registration now open for Illinois pesticide license in-person testing sessions
ALBION, Ill. – Whether you’re renewing an Illinois pesticide license or applying for one, registration is now open for local in-person testing sessions. Testing is provided by the Illinois Department of Agriculture in collaboration with Illinois Extension for pesticide applicators and operators...

Illinois Extension Agronomy Summits equip farmers with strategies for year ahead
URBANA, Ill. — With harvest season behind us and spring planting on the horizon, now is the time to prepare for the year ahead. University of Illinois Extension invites farmers, agronomists, and agriculture professionals to attend one of the...

Illinois Extension is hunting for deer donations for Hunters Feeding Illinois program
ALBION, Ill. – Illinois Extension is calling on deer hunters to help address food insecurity in local communities. Illinois Extension serving Edwards, Lawrence, Richland, Wabash, and Wayne counties has added the Hunters Feeding Illinois program to the five-county unit for the 2025-2026 deer...