Animal Science

Events

4-H Livestock Skillathon Workshop Series

October 21, 2025

County

McLean

Bat Night

October 24, 2025

County

Union

Pulaski

Johnson

Alexander

Massac

Blog Posts

Supplementing cows on drought-stressed pastures

October 7, 2025

Supplementing cows during drought is common practice. Harvested forages, such as hay, can be used to replace available forage for grazing. However,...

My last 4-H dog show

October 3, 2025

As I stood in the ring for my final 4-H dog show, a wave of emotions hit me—pride, nostalgia, gratitude, and a little bit of sadness. This chapter of...

Orr Beef Research Center Field Day

September 2, 2025

The annual Orr Beef Research Center Field Day will take place at 5:00 PM on Wednesday, September 10, 2025. The meeting will be held at the new Ag...

Summer sights and sounds: Frogs and toads

July 22, 2025

I’ve said it before, and I’ll say it again: summer is my favorite season, and the past few weekends have included seeing and hearing various frogs...

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News Releases

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...

two black and brown Nubian goats with blue tags on their collars looking through a gate

July 9, 2025

Marion County 4-H Shows Set for July
The Marion County 4-H program is proud to announce its upcoming schedule of shows and exhibitions, showcasing the hard work and dedication of local youth. These events offer the community a chance to support young exhibitors and celebrate the values of responsibility, animal care, career and...

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