BOURBONNAIS, Ill. — For more than a century, Illinois Extension has worked side by side with communities to turn knowledge into action. Housed within the College of Agriculture, Consumer and Environmental Sciences, Illinois Extension is part of the nationwide Cooperative Extension network. Through Extension,...
News releases
Illinois Extension welcomes three new local 4-H staff members
BOURBONNAIS, Ill. — University of Illinois Extension’s 4-H program is strengthening the mission of preparing youth to be Beyond Ready for life with the addition of three new staff members serving...
New webinar series supports adults in strengthening long-term health
URBANA, Ill. — Millions of adults in the United States live with chronic conditions such as arthritis, diabetes, and hypertension, often facing daily challenges that affect their health, mobility, and overall quality of life. Managing these conditions requires reliable information, practical...
Prepare for food preservation season with free pressure canner testing
URBANA, Ill. — As gardeners begin planting seedlings and planning for warmer weather, it’s also time to think about what needs to be preserved. Home preservation methods like canning, freezing, dehydration, and fermentation extend the shelf life of foods compared to storing fruits and vegetables...
Illinois Extension staff spotlight: Olivia Koerner
BOURBONNAIS, Ill. — Each month University of Illinois Extension serving Grundy, Kankakee, and Will counties sits down with an Extension staff member to discuss their work and impact in the community.This month's spotlight features...
Events
Peas, Beans, and Cucumbers
Would you like to grow your own fresh produce? Are you new to gardening or an experienced pro? Do you want to learn more about the crops we can grow in our backyards? Join Horticulture Educator...
Zucchini, Summer Squash, and Herbs
Would you like to grow your own fresh produce? Are you new to gardening or an experienced pro? Do you want to learn more about the crops we can grow in our backyards? Join Horticulture Educator...
Pumpkins and Winter Squash
Would you like to grow your own fresh produce? Are you new to gardening or an experienced pro? Do you want to learn more about the crops we can grow in our backyards? Join Horticulture Educator...
Melons and Gourds
Would you like to grow your own fresh produce? Are you new to gardening or an experienced pro? Do you want to learn more about the crops we can grow in our backyards? Join Horticulture Educator...
Grow Your Own Bath Sponge
Are you looking for something new or unusual to grow? Did you know you could grow your own bath sponge? The luffa gourd is an easy-to-grow vining plant that produces mature fruit with an interesting purpose — it’s a bath sponge! Come join...
Grow Your Own Bath Sponge
Are you looking for something new or unusual to grow? Did you know you could grow your own bath sponge? The luffa gourd is an easy-to-grow vining plant that produces mature fruit with an interesting purpose — it’s a bath sponge! Come join...
Grow Your Own Bath Sponge
Are you looking for something new or unusual to grow? Did you know you could grow your own bath sponge? The luffa gourd is an easy-to-grow vining plant that produces mature fruit with an interesting purpose — it’s a bath sponge! Come join...
Intro to Beekeeping
Are your kids interested in bees? Looking for an introduction to the beekeeping 4-H project?Join Illinois Extension, in partnership with the Will County Beekeepers Association, for an introduction to beekeeping workshop for youth. Equipment will be available for youth to experience, and...
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