Illinois 4-H members demonstrated their livestock evaluation skills during the 2026 State Livestock Judging Contest held ...

When it comes to managing invasive plants, having hands-on experience can be the difference between stopping an invasion before it takes hold and ...

Illinois 4-H produces the youth leaders, innovators, entrepreneurs, stewards, and builders we need to solve world problems. Many programs can be tailored to meet the needs of youth in school ...

The small, gray-headed warbler with a bright eyering and white between the legs. Voice of the Wild is a podcast about wildlife and the wild sounds ...

As the Midwest agriculture sector faces another year of low profits, farmers need to take a closer look at their farm balance sheet, which is a snapshot of their financial condition on a specific day.

Composting does not have to be rocket science, but following some basic rules will help make your compost the best it can be. Join Duane Friend for a discussion of the composting process, what works ...

University of Illinois Extension Master Naturalist program brings together nature enthusiasts passionate about protecting, preserving, and restoring natural resources. Through science-backed education ...

University of Illinois Extension is pleased to present these horticultural programs to your Lake County group. We offer a wide range of topics to reflect various seasons, gardening styles, and plants.

For more information, check your most recent 4-H newsletter or call the Jefferson County Extension Office at 618-242-0780. * These clubs offer a dedicated Cloverbud club for youth ages 5-7 years.

The 2026-2027 Midwest Fruit Pest Guide has been updated and the PDF files are available for... Read article: From Northern Illinois (Rockford): Springtime bloom From Northern Illinois (Rockford): ...

Asian copperleaf is a summer-annual species that reproduces exclusively by seed, but its emergence timing and duration are ...