Events

Chainsaw safety and Pruning Young Trees

Tree care isn't always led just by certified arborists, so Illinois Extension is ensuring that everyone has access to research-…

Southwestern Agronomy Summit

Registration and the full event schedule will be available after December 1. For questions, please contact the event coordinator at the information below.

Cook and Connect with Extension

Join Illinois Extension for Cook and Connect, a hands-on cooking experience designed for youth ages 9–13. Participants will explore new flavors, practice teamwork, and learn mindful eating habits…

10th Annual Backyard Maple Syrup Production Workshop and Pancake Breakfast

Join us as we celebrate a decade of making maple syrup at the Dixon Springs Agricultural Center at our 10th annual Backyard Maple Syrup Production Workshop and 4H pancake breakfast.

Maple…

Dudley Smith Farm Winter Meeting 2026

Stay informed on current agriculture practices and the latest research taking place at Dudley Smith Farm during the annual Winter Meeting. Topics this year include:

Changing Climate and Historic Pests

Tree care isn't always led just by certified arborists, so Illinois Extension is ensuring that everyone has access to research-…

Forming an LLC

If you or your producers are curious about the details of an LLC, you’re not alone. Most farmers choose the LLC as their…

2026 Southern Illinois Fruit and Vegetable School

Get practical research-based information at Southern Illinois Fruit and Vegetable School. Current trends in insect and disease management, as…

SNAP-Ed Commencement Open House

We are excited to invite you to our upcoming SNAP-Ed Commencement, where we will celebrate the impact of the SNAP-Ed program and the dedicated staff who have supported…

2026 Southwestern Illinois Commercial Tree Fruit School

The 2026 program features a wide range of topics to help you meet the challenges of commercial fruit production in Southwestern…