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Focus on the Future: Sustaining Farm Legacy | Mt. Vernon

There are significant and detailed decisions to be made when owning a farm and building a legacy.

Focus on the Future: Sustaining Farm Legacy events will feature critical and practical updates for…

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Drone-based Herbicide Application Efficacy for Priority Invasive Plants

Forestry Stewardship Webinar Series 2026

Drone-based herbicide applications for invasive plants have been increasing due to their low cost, the increasing availability of contract applicators, and decreasing equipment costs. However,…

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Orr Beef Research Center Field Day 2026

County: Pike

Join University of Illinois Extension staff and researchers to learn about research updates, herd management decisions, and new trends.

All attendees must register by emailing Travis Meteer…

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2026 Pumpkin Field Day

Explore pumpkin production with Extension.

From seasoned commercial growers to those simply curious about Illinois’ signature specialty crop, everyone can enjoy a day centered on pumpkins. Illinois…

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Trash Blast - Bean Ridge

County: Alexander, Pulaski, Union, Massac, Johnson

Join us at Bean Ridge on September 4 for our monthly Trash Blast. Trash Blasts take place the first Friday of every month from March through June and September through October from 1:00 p.m. to 3:…

Gardening on a Budget

Lessons for Living Webinar Series 2026
Learn how to start a container garden that nourishes your body and wallet.

Starting a container garden can benefit your budget and be a fruitful hobby that satisfies your taste buds. Learn about…

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4-H Fall Family Camp

Registration opens June 22!

Come out and enjoy all that the camp has to offer as a family! Experience rock climbing, zip lining, archery, hayrack rides, campfires, crafts, cardboard boat racing,…

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State 4-H State Shoot: Air Rifle

Registration opens July 1!

The State Shoot for Air Rifle is happening September 12 in Bloomington.

The events offered at State Shoots are not for intended for beginners as they are the same…

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Bringing the Outside In: Overwintering Tender Perennial Plants

Four Seasons Gardening Webinar Series
Explore annuals that are actually perennials with a little extra care.

Zonal geraniums, black and blue salvia, coleus, and lemon grass are just a few of the dozens of plant varieties northern…

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Fun with Food Science at 4-H Club Meetings

for 4-H club leaders

Come to this hands-on, virtual workshop to learn fun food science experiments that you can take back to your 4-H club meetings. Linda Perucca from the Chicagoland Food Science Foundation will…