Serving Coles, Cumberland, Douglas, Moultrie and Shelby Counties

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4-H Fair

4-H fair season is in full swing, learn more about each fair

4-H Fair Hub

Green and Growing

Whether it’s your first-year gardening or you’ve been growing for decades, a gardener is always learning

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Partners in Produce

By sharing a little, we can help a lot

Program Information

Maintaining a strong relationship with your spouse or romantic partner can be a challenge.

This free online program will get you there.

Strong Couples

Free webinar series from the University of Illinois

No matter your age, learn valuable life lessons and gain relevant, easy-to-understand tips for living an inspiring, healthful, and rich life.

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TLC

Elevate your skills with Thinking, Learning, and Caring

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Maximize profit on your farm

All the tools you need to stay up-to-date on the markets and to make economical farm decisions.

Quarterly Companion

Check out the Spring Quarterly Companion newsletter.

Review the guidelines

Ensure you're following the new guidelines for selling homemade foods.

Resources

Online courses

We provide learning on your terms so you can be who you were meant to be.

Food Preservation

Enjoy garden-fresh foods all year long by preserving at home. We'll take you through the journey, from the equipment you'll need to the step-by-step-process.

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Upcoming Local Events

Putting Healthy Food on the Table: Addressing Food Access Challenges for Families With Young Children

May 30, 2024

Putting Healthy Food on the Table: Addressing Food Access Challenges for Families With Young Children

May 30, 2024

4-H Memorial Camp Summer Session I

June 2, 2024 - June 6, 2024

4-H Memorial Camp Summer Session II

June 9, 2024 - June 13, 2024

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News Releases

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May 20, 2024

Recognizing heat-related warning signs for gardeners and landscapers
URBANA, Ill. — Landscaping and gardening are great physical exercises, and studies show they are good for emotional well-being. But those working outside must remain aware of the dangers associated with heat stress on their bodies. “When I was working as a landscaper, we had to sod a...

May 17, 2024

USDA grants advance urban agriculture possibilities for Chicago farmers
URBANA, Ill. — The United States Department of Agriculture’s Farm Service Agency Outreach Office and Illinois FSA Office, in cooperation...

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May 17, 2024

Spend summer days growing, supporting gardens with webinar series
URBANA, Ill. — Get ready to spend summer days outdoors gardening, exploring, and enjoying the growing season by adding in Four Seasons Gardening webinars beginning June 11. University of...

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May 17, 2024

Report Asian longhorned ticks to help track invasive pest that threatens livestock
URBANA, Ill. — The invasive Asian longhorned tick, which can pose a health risk for humans, animals, and livestock, has been found in Illinois for the first time. Residents of west central Illinois are advised to watch out for and report sightings of this new pest. The Asian...

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May 15, 2024

Farmers share real-life experiences of using edge-of-field conservation practices
GALESBURG, Ill. — When it comes to farming, experience is often the best teacher. This June, producers can get answers to their questions about installing edge-of-field conservation practices by connecting with farmers who have first-hand knowledge at the Cultivating Conversations: How and Why...

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