Agronomy Days 2026 at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign continues with events scheduled into October, teaching ...

Put research-based knowledge to work for you. At home, at work, and in your community — count on Illinois Extension’s reliable and relatable information to help you navigate resilience in all areas of ...

Discovering Bats- Nighttime Superheroes! Explore the nighttime world of bats and let your imagination take flight as you listen to a story with Illinois Master Naturalists Patti Powell and Beckie ...

Illinois Extension Master Gardeners invest their time and talents in local Illinois communities to grow food, support pollinators, sustain resilient home gardens, and share their knowledge with others ...

Each year we take time to celebrate the impact our Extension staff, volunteers, and partners have made in the people and communities of Fulton, Mason, Peoria, and Tazewell counties. Our staff are the ...

Welcome to the Dixon Springs Agricultural Center (DSAC)—a University of Illinois research center dedicated to agricultural innovation, hands-on education, and rural development in the heart of ...

Are you a good bug or a bad bug? Not all insects we find in our gardens are pests. In fact, most insects aren’t pests at all. Across the world, 95% of all animals are invertebrates; 80% of all ...

As we move forward in 2026, let our hands continue to sow the seeds of knowledge and our hearts beat in unison, fostering a sense of belonging and connectedness. Together, we'll continue to shape a ...

How far can running bamboo run? Bamboo may look exotic and tropical, but did you know some species can thrive right here in Illinois? In this Gardenbite episode, Chris Enroth dives into the ...

We have discontinued our stain solution website. At Illinois Extension, our reputation is built on providing reliable, proven research-based information. It's behind every recommendation we provide, ...

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

We can help from planting to harvest. Growing your own food can be an incredibly rewarding experience. But there’s more to it than tossing some seeds in the ground. Whether it’s your first-year ...