At a time when grocery costs are high, Hunters Feeding Illinois distributed 366 pounds of lean protein to food pantries ...

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 ...

Chocolaty-brown, almost reddish flowers and an alluring scent are the major attractions of Carolina allspice (Calycanthus floridus) this time of year. Earlier this spring, I was admiring a specimen in ...

The National Garden Bureau has named 2026 the Year of the Azalea! Ken, Emily, and Chris are digging into what makes these colorful (and sometimes finicky) plants so popular.

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 ...

Join us as we chat with Dr. Theresa Culley, a genetic researcher from the University of Cincinnati. We discuss the genetics of invasives and how genetics helps solve the puzzle of how different ...

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 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.

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