Events
Pasture Improvement: The Basics and Beyond
The “Pasture Improvement: The Basics and Beyond” series will focus on management strategies to improve pasture productivity and resilience. The sessions build upon each other by highlighting…
Green Connections: Seeds of a Nation
Growing Gardens, Embracing Nature, Sustaining Conservation in Illinois: Green Connections
Green Connections is an educational and networking opportunity offered by University of Illinois…
4-H Public Speaking Contest
Sign up today for the 4-H Public Speaking Contest! The contest is open to 4-H youth in Bond, Clinton, Marion, Jefferson, & Washington counties interested in showing off their skills!
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Conservation Practices for Profitable Farms
Sustainability on the Farm is a series of educational programs designed to empower farmers and landowners with the knowledge and tools to implement sustainable agricultural practices on their land…
Anhydrous Ammonia Certified Grower Training
Illinois growers who transport or apply anhydrous ammonia are required by state regulation (8 IAC 215) to complete Certified Grower Training. The certification is good for three years.
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Gardening for Pollinators | Belvidere
State 4-H Meat Judging & Identification Contest
Registration is open!Mark your calendars for Friday, March 6, 2026 for the 2026 Illinois State 4-H Meat Judging & Identification Contest!
University of Illinois Meat Science Lab10:00 a.m.…
What's in My Food?
Ever wonder what’s really in your food? In this eye-opening class, we’ll take a walk through the world of food chemicals—both natural and artificial. Learn how to identify them, understand their…
Fruit Tree Pruning
Trash Blast - Iron Furnace
Join us at Iron Furnace March 6 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 3:00 p.…