Stay up to date on latest ag practices with online, on-demand CropFlix
URBANA, Ill. – Farming in Illinois is very different than it was even 50 years ago and so is how row crop producers stay up to date on the latest recommendations.
For more than 100 years, local University of Illinois Extension agriculture experts have worked in person and in the field...
Latest conservation practices will highlight Southern Illinois Conservation Workshop
ULLIN, Ill. – Landowners hoping to gain greater understanding of valuable conservation practices can learn the latest recommendations from experts at the Southern Illinois Conservation Workshop. The workshop will be held begin at 9 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 18 at Shawnee Community College and run...
Learn to grow with fall Master Gardener online training
URBANA, Ill. — From small farms and rural towns to the suburbs and inner-city, more than 2,600 trained Master Gardeners put their mission of “helping others learn to grow” into practice around Illinois through community service...
What lurks under the dirt?: Call before you dig
Instead of hitting pay dirt, you will pay if you hit an underground line
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. — August 11 is National Safe Digging Day, also known as 811 Day. The observance reminds anyone considering an outdoor project that breaks ground to get underground utilities...
Storm-damaged trees may not be savable
URBANA, Ill. Severe thunderstorms, tornados, and strong winds sometimes damage trees, flowers, and lawns.
An EF-3 tornado that hit Northern Illinois in June destroyed several 100-year-old trees. Homeowners in Woodridge and Naperville struggled to find the best ways to clean up and...
Dixon Springs research takes center stage at upcoming forums
DIXON SPRINGS, Ill. – Research drives change for the agricultural industry. Current research projects from Dixon Springs Agricultural Center will be showcased monthly.
The first educational forum begins at 7:30 a.m. Thursday, Aug. 5 and return the first Thursday of each month...
Forestry team shares tips to combat southern Illinois invasive species in recent workshop
MURPHYSBORO, Ill.— Non-native invasive plants continue to increase in abundance and cause damage to the environment by changing the habitat for wildlife and native plants. They can outcompete our native species, reduce land productivity, and often spread quickly and aggressively. Through a...
Extension’s strategic realignment means more help for Illinois families
URBANA, Ill. – Throughout history, families have grappled with how to manage chronic health conditions, eat well, balance a family budget, and create a stable beginning for their youngest family members. But modern families are faced with a new set of challenges layered on top of the long-...
Franklin County youth place in 4-H livestock and animal shows
BENTON, Ill. – Hard work, quality care, and dedication paid off as our 4-H members showcased their animals at this year's Franklin County Fair. Following the 2020 summer of virtual livestock exhibits, participants were anxious for the return of in-person shows. The events provided...
Franklin County youth place in 4-H shows
BENTON, Ill. – Creativity and skills were on full display as Franklin County members shared their annual projects at various 4-H shows including the general show, crops show, clothing show, foods show, horticulture and floriculture show. Following the 2020 summer of virtual exhibits,...
Educators and faculty provide best management practices for local growers at annual field day
EWING, Ill. – After a year’s hiatus from in-person programming, the Ewing Demonstration Center was excited to welcome participants back to Ewing Demonstration Center for Agronomy Field Day. The center, which has been around for over 100 years, continued the tradition of in-person field days...
