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Anhydrous Ammonia Certified Grower Training

County: Marshall

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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Fruit Tree Pruning

County: Macon
Come learn from the Macon County Master Gardeners why, when, and how to prune fruit trees for long-term health and productivity. Volunteers will demonstrate proper pruning techniques, and…
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4-H Public Speaking Contest

County: Bond, Clinton, Jefferson, Marion, Washington

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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Navigating farmdoc

Tools and Resources for Farmers and Landowners
County: Marshall

Join us for an informative session on how to make the most of farmdoc, the University of Illinois’ comprehensive resource for crop and livestock producers. Learn how to access research-based…

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Fruit Tree Pruning

County: Macon
Come learn from the Macon County Master Gardeners why, when, and how to prune fruit trees for long-term health and productivity. Volunteers will demonstrate proper pruning techniques, and…

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Home, Lawn, and Garden Day

Presented by the McLean County Master Gardeners
County: McLean

Location Information: The location of the 2026 Home, Lawn, and Garden Day event is still being confirmed. The event will not take place at the the McLean County Extension Office. This event page…

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Wee Nats

Nature's Green Things
County: Stephenson
Learn about nature at Wee Nats (Wee Naturalists), a fun interactive program for youth ages 4-7. Youth will learn about different environmental education topics through a story, activity, craft, and…
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Birdhouse Workshop

Nell's Woodland
County: LaSalle

Kids can get creative and learn about nature in this hands-on workshop! Participants will build a bluebird nest box with guidance from a Master Naturalist volunteer and discover fun facts about…

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2026 Tri-State Forest Stewardship Conference

Expert Insights and Resources for Forest Landowners
Sponsored by Illinois, Iowa, and Wisconsin Extension Services 

The 2026 Tri-State Forest Stewardship Conference will be March 7 at the Grand River Center in Dubuque, Iowa from 9am to 4:30pm.…

State 4-H Dairy Quiz Bowl

Save the date!

The 2026 Dairy Quiz Bowl will be held March 7, 2026 - more info to come!

Get ready to compete in an academic-like quiz bowl while demonstrating your knowledge of the dairy…

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1301 W. Gregory Dr.

Urbana, IL 61801

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