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Read article: EPA launches new tools to help applicators meet ESA mitigation requirements
EPA launches new tools to help applicators meet ESA mitigation requirements
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has introduced new digital tools designed to help pesticide applicators comply with the Endangered...
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Read article: The importance of rituals and routines during trying times
The importance of rituals and routines during trying times
Stress can be caused by normal life changes such as the addition of a baby or pet into the family or moving. Major family events or community...
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Read article: Are you feeding your bees this winter?
Are you feeding your bees this winter?
During the recent warm period in January, I checked the status of my bees. As you can see in the above photo, the bees seem to have survived the very...
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Read article: Winter is a time for gardeners to take a break. Or is it?
Winter is a time for gardeners to take a break. Or is it?
A winter day in the year-long gardenLooking out the window midway through winter gives one a bleak view of the world. Gray sky, trees bare, plants...
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Read article: Answers to common questions about pesticide licensing, training, and testing
Answers to common questions about pesticide licensing, training, and testing
You’ve got questions and we’ve got answers. Here are some of the more frequent questions we get from Illinois pesticide applicators. Don’t see what...
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Read article: Farm economic outlook for central Illinois in 2026
Farm economic outlook for central Illinois in 2026
The farm economy in central Illinois is entering yet another year of financial pressures. Recent projections show that, despite slight increases in...
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Read article: A little better is still better
A little better is still better
Speaking for myself, the past year has been fun. Conversations have mostly been positive with profitability gracing all segments of the cattle...
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Read article: Celebrate National Popcorn Day with locally grown Illinois popcorn
Celebrate National Popcorn Day with locally grown Illinois popcorn
Popcorn is one of those simple joys that connects agriculture with snacking. In honor of National Popcorn Day on January 19, it's the perfect time to...
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Popular Blogs from across Illinois Extension

Agriculture

Acres of Knowledge

All issues concerning Small Farms, Agriculture, Local Food Systems, and Natural Resources.

Hill & Furrow

News from the Northwestern Illinois Agricultural R&D Center.

Community & Economic Development 

Building Entrepreneurial Communities

Strategies for strengthening local economies.

Community Health

Community Health: Education, Prevention & Inspiration

Empowering people to make healthy, respectful, and responsible choices.

Consumer Economics 

Be Centsible

Written by college students, for college students. Be Centsible features answers to personal finance questions.

Fearless Financial Future

Research-based financial information to help us develop and maintain thoughtful and effective financial behaviors.

Plan Well, Retire Well

Great retirements don't happen by accident. Tips for saving and investing your money.

Environment

All About Weather

Learn more about Illinois weather patterns.

Naturalist News

Share your passion for nature and learn ways to protect our natural world.

Naturalist's Notebook

Experience the natural world through reviews and journal entries with Master Naturalist's.

Grasses at a Glance

Dig deep into the types of grasses and their uses in our world.

Family 

Community Health: Education, Prevention and Inspiration

Empowering people to make healthy, respectful and responsible choices.

Family Files

Facts for all ages.

Refill Your Cup with Self-Care

Genuine, sustained self-care is an art.

Salud y Familia

Resources in Spanish.

Horticulture 

Flowers, Fruits, and Frass

Local and statewide information on a variety of current topics for home gardeners and market growers.

The Garden Scoop

Featuring seasonal tips and tricks from the horticulture team at Illinois Extension.

Good Growing

Keeping you growing with good ideas from Christopher EnrothKen Johnson, and Emily Swihart.

Illinois River Hort

Helping new and experienced gardeners develop their skills and knowledge while encouraging everyone to enjoy the outdoors.

Know How, Know More

Connecting you with your food, farmers, and community.

Over the Garden Fence

Where gardeners come to find out what's happening out in the yard.

Raise, Grow, Harvest, Eat, Repeat

A blog for growers, consumers, and backyard gardeners to grow, eat, and connect in the local food system.

Nutrition and Wellness 

Be Smart, Eat Well, Get Healthy

Nutrition information you can use.

Healthy Eats and Repeat

Highlighting food, recipes, and ideas for a healthy lifestyle.

Live Well, Eat Well

Information by our Nutrition and Wellness Extension Educators from across Illinois.

Simply Nutritious, Quick and Delicious

Helpful tips to make meals easy, healthy, and tasty!

Turnip the Beet! Nutrition and Wellness

Timely news, information, and innovative ideas to promote health and influence change.

Youth Development

Connection Corner

Timely information, activities, and resources to help you stay connected to loved ones, the world around you, and yourself.

Our Illinois 4-H Story

Telling the amazing stories of Illinois 4-H members, volunteers, and alumni.

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