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Resources and Upcoming Programs

Office update

Our Edwardsville office will be operating under irregular and limited hours until further notice. Our office will be open Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday from 8:00 am - 4:30 pm and Wednesday and Friday is by appointment only. For questions or to schedule an appointment, contact us at 618-344-4230 or uie-mms@illinois.edu. We apologize for any inconvenience and appreciate your patience.

Apply now

We're looking for dedicated individuals to join our team and contribute to the success of our Illinois Nutrition Education Programs. Make a difference and enjoy a fulfilling career with great benefits. Apply by September 13!

Become a Master Gardener

Master Gardeners are trained volunteers who dedicate their time and skills to share reliable and research-based information with home landscapers and gardeners. Learn how to get involved.

Become a Master Naturalist

Volunteer as a Master Naturalist to educate others about natural resources.

Pumpkin Field Day

Discover the latest in commercial pumpkin production at Eckert’s Orchard, Belleville. Join us for a day of presentations, research updates, and networking with fellow growers and industry experts. Registration is free and includes lunch. Don't miss out—register by September 2!

2024 fall webinar series

The Four Seasons Gardening series focuses on home gardening, environmental stewardship, and backyard food production. Join these free gardening webinars for tips to help you grow!

Gardeners Corner

Check out this quarterly newsletter from the Illinois Extension team of horticulture experts. Each issue highlights seasonal recommendations and how-tos that will make your houseplants, landscape, or garden shine in any season.

Diabetes support group

Join our monthly diabetes support group led by Nutrition and Wellness Educator Kris Juelfs. Connect with peers, exchange practical tips, and enhance your diabetes management skills. Our next session is on September 12, 2024, at 10 a.m. Sessions will continue every 2nd Thursday at the Morrison Talbott Library, 215 Park Street, Waterloo. Reserve your spot by calling 618-939-6232 or emailing mtl@waterloolibrary.org.

Eat well, stay active, and save money

Find tasty recipes, shopping tips, and activities to keep you and your family healthy.

Events

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2024 Pumpkin Field Day

September 5, 2024

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State Plan on Aging

September 5, 2024

4-H Fall Family Camp

September 6, 2024 - September 8, 2024

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Design Stunning, Personalized Landscapes

September 10, 2024

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News Releases

Icons for Illinois Extension's eight strategic priorities

August 20, 2024

Illinois Extension’s new strategic priorities and initiatives revealed in town hall event
URBANA, Ill. — A bold vision, eight strategic priorities and signature initiatives, and a continued commitment to locally responsive programming are the hallmarks of University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign Extension’s new, 10-year...

August 15, 2024

Volunteers grow together during annual Illinois Master Gardener Conference
CHAMPAIGN, Ill. — From rural farms and small towns to bustling suburbs, over 2,300 dedicated volunteers across Illinois are committed to gardening education and community outreach. While they typically help others learn to grow, Master Gardener volunteers will grow together during the 2024...

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August 13, 2024

2024 4-H Superior Young Livestock Producer Skillathon winners announced
Springfield, IL – The 2024 4-H Illinois Superior Young Livestock Producers Contest was held on Aug. 7 in conjunction with the Illinois State Fair. Forty-three 4-H members from across Illinois competed in this year’s contest. This is a three-phase competition challenging the young 4-H member...

August 8, 2024

Illinois Farm Business Farm Management celebrates 100 years and announces new CEO
URBANA, Ill. — A program operating within the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign that assists farmers with financial management and decision-making welcomes a new CEO this August, while also celebrating a monumental milestone in their history....

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August 7, 2024

Green infrastructure flood prevention training is a natural solution for natural disasters
URBANA, Ill. — When floods happen, communities are forever changed. University of Illinois Extension is rising to meet the challenge by developing a program that trains municipalities how to maintain nature-based solutions that supplement their stormwater infrastructure. Floods are...

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