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Agroforestry implemented on a rolling landscape
Read article: Branching out: Agroforestry’s role in reducing nutrient loss
Branching out: Agroforestry’s role in reducing nutrient loss
A man's hands and foot are visible as he kneels and sifts through soil.  Chemical symbols like P-Phosphorus and K-Potassium are layered onto the soil image.
Read article: IRS Provisions for Excess Fertility Deductions on Purchased Farmland and Ranchland
IRS Provisions for Excess Fertility Deductions on Purchased Farmland and Ranchland
-This article is intended for educational purposes only and does not constitute tax advice.Recent attention has been given to farmland and...
Rows of healthy corn extend all the way to the horizon with some mature trees visible on the border at the left and right.
Read article: An Overview of Agriculture Conditions - May 2025
An Overview of Agriculture Conditions - May 2025
The Chicago Federal Reserve Bank reported on the current economic conditions and trends in the northern two-thirds of Illinois and Indiana, southern...
white flowers of elderberry cluster in an umbel spent flower head is in the background
Read article: The wild and wonderful elderberry
The wild and wonderful elderberry
Most of the time, I work hard to achieve a desirable outcome in my landscape but, from time to time, a plant comes along that is easy to establish...
Chef Adonis Jackson preps chicken wings
Read article: IL-EATS provides ‘home-cooked’ goodness for Illinois veterans at The Joseph Center
IL-EATS provides ‘home-cooked’ goodness for Illinois veterans at The Joseph Center
The journey home for some military veterans isn’t without its own battles. The Joseph Center...
Blooming yucca with tall flower stalks and shorter foliage.
Read article: Yucca's Exotic Appeal
Yucca's Exotic Appeal
In the last few weeks, a peculiar plant has begun to draw attention as it reaches full bloom across central Illinois. While its towering flower...
Aerial view of barely emerged plants in farm field. Several trees and a building sit on a strip of land at the edge.
Read article: Preparing to Field Scout with your Farm Drone
Preparing to Field Scout with your Farm Drone
Farm drones can be valuable in helping farmers keep an eye on their crops through the growing season. The farmer can carry out tasks efficiently and...
Portable shade structure in a pasture
Read article: The advantages and disadvantages of providing cattle with shade
The advantages and disadvantages of providing cattle with shade
To shade, or to not shade, that is the question. Providing shade can be a bit of a hot topic among cattlemen. No matter what side of the argument you...

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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