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Read article: Choosing your farm financial records software
Choosing your farm financial records software
Improving farm efficiency is vital in today’s farming world. Keeping track of your farm financial records and being able to report the results with...
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Read article: Tips for working with your farm lender
Tips for working with your farm lender
The average age of farmers in Illinois hovers at around sixty years of age. This statistic implies that many current farmers have memories of the...
Read article: Planning for pet costs
Planning for pet costs
Caring for pets goes beyond the initial purchase price. When making a spending plan, prioritizing needs first is a common practice. When a pet...
Read article: Practicing basic financial self-care
Practicing basic financial self-care
When it comes to self-care, what comes to mind? Taking time to focus on your own personal needs can be challenging to prioritize. Busy schedules and...

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Connections across Extension programs lead to lasting impact
URBANA, Ill. — Establishing connections is essential for the expansion of Illinois Extension. Interdisciplinary work shows how collaboration across programs brings valuable knowledge to new audiences and builds lasting relationships. From teams that improve food access and eliminate food deserts...
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Illinois Extension and local libraries partner for Lessons at the Library
RANTOUL AND CISSNA PARK, Ill – University of Illinois Extension is excited to bring its popular Lessons for Living series to local libraries. Lessons for Living is a free in-person series where people can learn valuable life lessons and get relevant, easy-to-understand tips for living an...
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Students learn career and financial skills with Illinois Extension and 4-H
GILMAN, Ill. — Nearly 200 students from Central, Donovan, Milford, Iroquois West, and Watseka high schools met at Iroquois West High School on September 20, 2023, for a Welcome to the Real World Simulation. The simulation is the culminating event of the Welcome to the Real World...

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