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What's so important about soil? Only everything. Soil supports all life. It provides the foundation for plant growth for food production, livestock grazing, infrastructure development, and human ...

Growing small fruits in the home garden offers many advantages to a gardener who is willing to pro- vide the space and care plants require. All major small fruits, including strawberries, raspberries, ...

Be inspired to get outside and appreciate Illinois' natural beauty all seasons of the year. Learn about Illinois wildlife Learn about how you can support Illinois wildlife and navigate everyday ...

Do you want to learn more about gardening, but aren’t sure where to start? Do you already know a lot, but want to see other techniques and ask questions? The Neighborhood ...

🔥 It’s BBQ Time! Join Us for the McDonough County 4-H Pork Chop Barbeque! 🍽️ Get ready for a delicious tradition! The annual McDonough County 4-H Pork Chop Barbeque is happening on Friday, May 2nd, ...

Check out food preservation favorites to make the most of seasonally available harvests. Preserving food using a boiling water bath, pressure, or steam canner creates shelf-stable foods but can be ...

We recommend that home canners contact their local Extension office to schedule appointments for canner testing or ask about drop-off options.

A growing concern observed last year was the lack of lateral branches—or “feathers”—on young apple trees, especially in high-density training systems like tall spindle. This can lead to "blind ...

URBANA, Ill. — The College of Agricultural, Consumer and Environmental Sciences at University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, in partnership with the Illinois Department of Agriculture, is donating meat ...

Join the University of Illinois Extension SNAP-Ed Educator team to explore the benefits of expanding food access and encouraging healthy eating habits in and out of the classroom! Gain practical tools ...

James Santiago is the latest addition to the faculty roster of the Crop Science Department at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign. James earned his Bachelor’s degree in Agriculture (bitter ...