Press Releases

School gardens offer numerous benefits beyond beautification
Keep an eye out for jumping worms this gardening season
Rural communities see growth: Collaboration yields $8 million in grants
Tomorrow's leaders backed by new Southern Illinois 4-H educator
Smart Growth strategies take an intentional approach to community vitality
Lessons from Dudley Smith Farm bring research from field to farmers
Social connection brings hope, increases success in addressing rural poverty
Community gardens change lives, communities
Eat more fruits and vegetables with the help of your local farmers market
Will you save a life? Register to support farm mental health efforts
Hemp growers help new industry grow by joining research project
Add interest by creating a moonlight garden
FOIA policy review protects public interest, supports local compliance
New crop scouting competition tests student field skills
Youth make their mark in the livestock industry
Garden smarter, not harder: Free online Four Seasons Gardening series open
Midwestern farmers, ranchers can find tools to thrive with new resource center
Community initiatives combat outmigration of young talent in rural areas
Deployments bring changes, challenges, opportunities
New dairy cattle nutrition, management may improve production, profit