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Managing high temperature stress in specialty crops
The following article was written by Dr. James Santiago, Assistant Professor Horticulture, University of Illinois Department of Crop Sciences. Many...
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Branching out: Agroforestry’s role in reducing nutrient loss
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The heat is on (finally)
Monthly update from Trent Ford, Illinois State Climatologist Climatological...
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Getting dust to settle, stay on Illinois farmland
As another large dust storm impacted Illinois in May, the conversation and questions continue about why and how to get the dust to settle...
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News Releases

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Drought is intensifying across Illinois
An extremely dry end to summer and start to fall has intensified the ongoing drought in central and southern Illinois and increased the fire and blowing dust risk as we approach harvest, according to Illinois State Climatologist...
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Reduce energy consumption and stay safe during summer heat waves
URBANA, Ill. — The first heat wave of the summer hit the Midwest earlier than usual this week, with a heat index forecast of up to 105 degrees, pushing many indoors to stay cool. All those air conditioning units running almost nonstop put pressure...
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Dust storms in Illinois: Identifying farm solutions
URBANA, Ill. — Dust storms have become an increasing concern in Illinois, prompting investigations into their causes and potential solutions. These weather events have resulted in fatalities, including a 2023...
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Forecasting the Weather: A Day in the Life of a Meteorologist

Have you ever wondered what it would be like to be a weather forecaster on a local television station? Go behind the scenes with TV weather reporter Nick Hausen, WSIL TV 3, as he shares a day in the life of a meteorologist. Video by Illinois Extension in...

Forecasting the Weather: Keeping Your Family Safe in Severe Weather

Severe weather events can be scary, but knowing what to do in these situations can help to keep you and your family safe. TV Meteorologist Nick Hausen talks about what you should do and where you should go to be prepared during severe weather watches and warnings to stay safe. Video by Illinois...

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