Animal Science

Events

2026 DeWitt, Macon, and Piatt 4-H Horse Show

June 27, 2026

2026 DeWitt, Macon, and Piatt 4-H Horse Show

June 28, 2026

Reptiles and Amphibians

June 29, 2026

County

Lake

AJMPU 4-H Poultry and Rabbit Show

July 11, 2026

County

Alexander

Johnson

Massac

Pulaski

Union

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Blog Posts

summer annual forages growing in a field

Growing summer annual forages

April 7, 2026

With poor profitability projections on most row crop budgets, planting summer annual forages and using forage mixes for grazing should be considered...

Early spring grazing management tips

March 9, 2026

Turning cows out on immature forages can have consequences. If forages are overgrazed early, permanent damage to grass stands can lower yields and...

When do cows feel the cold?

December 15, 2025

With winter weather and cold temperatures setting in, it is time to talk about when cows feel the cold. The big factors that determine the lower...

Is it time to bale graze?

November 24, 2025

Adding nutrients, organic matter, and ground cover to poorly productive lands have some raving about bale grazing. Added fertility and better water...

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News Releases

October 31, 2025

4-H Teen Leaders Travel to University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
VIENNA, Ill. — Forty-six 4-H Teen Leaders representing five southern Illinois high schools traveled to the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign (UIUC) from Oct. 16–18 for an immersive, three-day college and career exploration experience hosted by University of Illinois...

August 1, 2025

University of Illinois Extension’s Magnificent Moths event inspires curiosity, conservation, and community connection
MAKANDA, Ill. − From colorful wings to late-night fluttering, moths took center stage during the recent Magnificent Moths event held at Giant City State Park. This year’s Magnificent Moths event...

DNR Resource Trunk kits with contents shown

August 7, 2025

IDNR Resource Trunks available throughout southernmost Illinois
ANNA, Ill. – Teachers, homeschool groups, youth leaders, and curious learners across southern Illinois now have access to a unique, hands-on way to explore the natural world thanks to the Illinois Department of Natural Resources. Through a special partnership,...

A brown panting dog on a couch faces a fan

July 19, 2025

Keep animals safe and healthy during excessive heat
URBANA, Ill. — Excessive heat will once again blast much of the United States next week, with heat indices predicted to reach 110 degrees Fahrenheit or more in many locations. University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign animal welfare expert...

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