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Winter Agriculture Programs
Discover the latest research and best practices by exploring our many agriculture programs and offerings.
Upcoming Programs and Events
Spring Break Gardening - Spring Centerpieces
Have you ever wanted to try floral design using fresh-cut flowers? Participants will learn the basics of designing with cut flowers and will then make a fresh spring-themed flower arrangement to take home with them.
Other programs in the series include: Creative Container Gardens on April 30, Low Maintenance Landscaping on April 16, Trees in Your Landscape: Functions and Benefits on May 7, Tomatoes on May 14, and more to come.
Pasture Improvement: The Basics and Beyond
This series will focus on management strategies to improve pasture productivity and resilience. The sessions build upon each other by highlighting foundational practices that lay the groundwork for healthy pastures, management options to consider in anticipation of and in response to drought conditions, and higher-level management practices to further enhance pasture production and efficiency.
Conserving Your Land and Legacy
This program is designed for anyone interested in sustainable agriculture, natural resource stewardship, and planning for the long-term future of their land or farm. Participants will learn practical strategies to improve soil health, protect water resources, and navigate the process of farm or land transition across generations.
Pasture Improvement: The Basics and Beyond
4-H Fun Day
Conserving Your Land and Legacy
Fabulous Frogs
4-H Youth Development
Agriculture
Community Economic Development
Horticulture
Illinois Nutrition Education Programs
Local Foods & Small Farms
Natural Resources, Energy & Environment
Nutrition & Wellness