2024 Beef Field Day
The annual Beef Field Day at the University of Illinois Dixon Springs Agricultural Center will be on Thursday, July 30. The program will focus on research conducted at Dixon Springs that pertains…
4-H at the Aquatic Zoo
4-H Fun at the Aquatic ZooCalling all 4-H members to join us for an exciting evening of water park fun! We want to celebrate all 4-H members for having a successful year. 4-H members from Franklin…
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North Central Agriculture and Climate Conference
Tick Bites and Tick-Borne Diseases: The Interplay of Human Knowledge and Behavior
This presentation provides an overview of how human behavior can impact our risk of tick bites and tick-borne diseases.…
Individual Plant Treatments to Control Woody Invasives
One technique used to manage invasive woody plant vegetation is focused, individual plant treatments such as herbicide foliar applications, cut…
Herbs and Cut Flowers Homesteading Workshop
No homestead or small farm is complete without a flower and herb patch. They are a great additions to our in-town gardens well, in…
School Lunch Rocks Food Service Training
Local school food service staff can learn how to better serve their students through School Lunch Rocks. The program is part of the ABCs…
The Consequences of Agricultural Chemical Trespass into Illinois Ecosystems
The landscape of Illinois has been devoted primarily to agriculture for more than 100 years. Agricultural intensification has led to…
State 4-H Superior Young Producer General Livestock Contest
Mark your calendar!4-H members, don't miss your chance to compete for one of nine $1,000 scholarships -- on-site, walk-up registration begins at the 4-H Superior Young Producer Contest and…
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4-H Can Make a Difference
The 4-H Can Make a Difference Can/Non-Perishable Food drive is back again at the Illinois State Fair this year!
We will be located inside the Orr Building this year collecting non-…