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Composting with worms

County: Kankakee
Learn about the fascinating world of worms!

This class will teach you to use worms to turn organic waste into nutrient-rich soil amendments (castings) for plants – called vermicomposting! …

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Fun With Food

DeWitt County Teen Teachers
Fun with Food! 

Join us for an engaging program led by some of 4-H's finest young teachers!  Fun with Food blends STEM concepts with health and wellness, all through the experiential…
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Eating Disorders and Food Insecurity

Community Seminar Series: Springtime Science 2026
Uncover the hidden link between eating disorders and food insecurity.

Eating disorders and food insecurity are two public health issues in the US. Given the SWAG (skinny, white, affluent, girl)…

Animal Outreach Event

Olivet Nazarene University Animal Outreach Club
County: Kankakee
Olivet Animal Outreach Club Brings Hands‑On Wildlife Education to Local Families

Illinois Extension is partnering with the Olivet Nazarene University Animal Outreach Club to bring an engaging,…

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Annie's Project Workshop

County: Macon

Join us in Annie's Project Workshop and learn about all 5 areas of risk management - financial, human resource, legal, market, and production. This course will allow you to learn from women…

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Pesticide Applicator/Operator Testing

AM Session
County: Putnam

This is an in-person, test-only session.  All exams will be offered.

All exams can also be taken at scheduled in-person, test-only sessions hosted by the Illinois Department of…

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Pesticide Applicator/Operator Testing

PM Session
County: Putnam

This is an in-person, test-only session.  All exams will be offered.

All exams can also be taken at scheduled in-person, test-only sessions hosted by the Illinois Department of…

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Seed Starting and Saving for Gardeners

Reddick Public Library
County: LaSalle

Get a jump start on the growing season! Participants will learn practical techniques for starting seeds indoors, discover which seeds can be direct-sown outdoors, and explore methods for saving…

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Certified Livestock Manager Training | Monmouth

2026 Certified Livestock Management In-Person Training
Strengthen livestock facility management through Certified Livestock Manager Training 

Staff can get certified through one of University of Illinois Extension and the Illinois…

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Heart Healthy Cooking: Protein

County: Christian

Discover the power of protein and how it impacts your health! In this interactive class, you’ll learn about different types of proteins, both animal-based and plant-based, and explore how they…

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College of Agricultural, Consumer & Environmental Sciences Illinois Extension

101 Mumford Hall (MC-710)

1301 W. Gregory Dr.

Urbana, IL 61801

Email: extension@illinois.edu

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