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Soybeans growing through cover crop biomass
Cover crop conversations: Cultural and mindset shifts
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Several pesticide treated corn seeds that have been dyed purple and teal and closely grouped on an exposed soil surface.
EPA seeks comments on the ESA draft fungicide strategy
If you apply pesticides in agricultural settings, you are likely aware of the strategies the EPA has developed to comply with the Endangered Species...
A carpenter bee on a beebalm flower
Bees, Wasps, and Hornets
Everyone loves seeing an adorable bee, covered in pollen, descending into a flower for another helping. Native bees — like many other animal...
Agricultural field that the EPA requires specific mitigations be calculated for through new Endangered Species Act labeling
Understanding new ESA label requirements for the 2026 Illinois spraying season
Spraying season has officially begun in Illinois agriculture, and this year, additional steps may be necessary to make an application due to a recent...
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News Releases
People observe a hands-on soil sampling demonstration during an Illinois Extension training.
Serve your community, become a Master Naturalist
MATTOON, Ill. – From neighborhood parks to the Shawnee National Forest, University of Illinois Extension Master Naturalists volunteer as environmental stewards, helping protect Illinois' natural resources while connecting people with the outdoors.Illinois Extension is accepting...
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Videos
Invasive Species Q&A

Do you have questions about invasive species? We have the answers! This Q&A livestream about invasive species in Illinois was presented and recorded on May 21, 2026, on Facebook for the Everyday Environment series. 
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Staff
Staff photo Shiba Kar

Shiba 'Shibu' Kar

Assistant Dean: Natural Resources, Environment, and Energy Program Leader. Associate Director of Illinois-Indiana Sea Grant
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