Horticulture Helpline: Support for Your Gardening Questions
The Horticulture Helpline is gearing up to help you get your gardening questions answered this spring. As planting season begins, Illinois Extension Master Gardeners are ready with trusted advice and the latest research‑based information and resources. You can reach the helpline in several ways...
Budget Friendly Nutrition Tips
March is National Nutrition Month, a perfect time to focus on building healthy eating habits without stretching your wallet. Eating nutritious meals doesn’t have to be expensive. With a bit of planning, creativity, and smart shopping, you can enjoy flavorful, wholesome foods while staying within...
Strategies to Improve Heart Health
Kindness is more than a simple act—it’s a heart-healthy habit. A study in the Journal of Social Psychology found that performing acts of kindness for seven days significantly boosted happiness. Whether it’s being kind to yourself, a friend, or a stranger—or simply witnessing kindness—these...
Tri-State Forest Stewardship Conference returns to support Midwest landowners
URBANA, Ill. — The Tri-State Forest Stewardship Conference, one of the largest gatherings for forest landowners in the Midwest, returns this spring. For more than 25 years, the conference has provided resources to forest landowners in the Illinois, Iowa, and Wisconsin area to better manage their...
Strengthen livestock facility management through 2026 Certified Livestock Manager Training
URBANA, Ill. — Livestock operations are strengthened by having certified individuals on staff. Certification helps minimize environmental impacts through increased awareness of regulations and proper manure nutrient management. Anyone responsible for managing a facility can benefit from...
January Wellness: Focus on Circulation
As we ring in the New Year, January offers an important reminder to take care of our circulation during the coldest months. Blood is the body’s lifeline, delivering oxygen and nutrients to every organ, and winter can make that job a little harder. When temperatures drop, blood vessels naturally...
Grow in your knowledge and skills with Illinois Extension!
(MILAN, Ill) Illinois Extension is proud to unveil its Winter-Spring Program Guide, featuring a diverse lineup of programs, workshops, and events designed to inspire learning, wellness, and community connection. From gardening and tree care to tai chi and wellness, this season...
Tree care expertise grows through Illinois Extension webinar series
URBANA, Ill. — Tree care isn't always led just by certified arborists, so University of Illinois Extension is ensuring that everyone has access to research-backed information on practicing proper tree care. “Trees are more than scenery,...
Illinois Extension Launches “8 Dimensions of Wellness” Series in Moline
(MOLINE, Ill.) Kick off the new year with intention and insight! Illinois Extension educators and local experts invite the community to explore the 8 Dimensions of Wellness—key areas that contribute to a balanced, fulfilling life—through a four-week interactive...
Annual research-backed training yields results for commercial fruit tree growers
HARDIN, Ill. — Growing fruit on trees is a rewarding experience, but it comes with challenges. From pests and disease to climate stress or soil issues, a single mistake can set back growth. Growers can get current research-based information to help their tree fruits thrive at the Southwestern...
New family resource helps tackle digital challenges at home
URBANA, Ill. — The advent of smartphones, social media platforms, streaming video sites, and numerous other technological advancements has led to unprecedented changes throughout society, including changes in daily life at home. This rapid change has raised multiple questions and concerns among...
Discover practical tools for a healthy, inspiring life
URBANA, Ill. — As people age, they face various challenges affecting their cognitive abilities, social participation, and overall health. Addressing these issues requires a holistic approach that includes healthcare, social support, and financial planning to ensure a dignified and...
Illinois Extension offers legal series to empower farmers to strengthen, safeguard operations
URBANA, Ill. — In times of uncertainty, protecting your livelihood and assets is essential. Each farm and farm family has a unique experience and specific needs, but the success of Illinois farmers is vital for everyone in our state.“With the converging crises of the COVID-19 pandemic,...
Illinois Extension Agronomy Summits equip farmers with strategies for year ahead
URBANA, Ill. — With harvest season behind us and spring planting on the horizon, now is the time to prepare for the year ahead. University of Illinois Extension invites farmers, agronomists, and agriculture professionals to attend one of the...
Make Your Food Donations Count This Holiday Season
MILAN, Ill. – The holiday season is a time for reflection, gratitude, and giving. But in 2025, the stakes are higher than ever. With the federal government shutdown now entering its fifth week, SNAP benefits for nearly 1.9 million Illinois residents are set to end on November 1. Food pantries...
A Thanksgiving Table Reimagined
Across Illinois, the spirit of Thanksgiving is alive—not in the form of a golden turkey, but in the warmth of community and creativity. With rising food costs and reduced SNAP benefits, many families are turning to local food pantries for support. But this year, turkeys are scarce, and vouchers...
