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 Gardeners is a new informal ...

BOURBONNAIS, Ill. — As the Cooperative Extension service across America is poised to celebrate a birthday on May 8th – a day which marks the 111 anniversary of the passing of the Smith-Lever act which ...

Trees are an essential element of a healthy, vibrant community. Trees, large and small, help clean our air, shade our landscapes, provide wildlife habitat, and improve our mental and physical ...

This past weekend I pointed out to my grandkids the first goldfinch of the season I spotted at my feeders. Bird watching is enjoyable for many of us – I had an uncle who had many feeders outside his ...

I used to tease that I was a public-school teacher to support my gardening habit. While there was a little truth to that, I loved being a teacher and had wanted to be a teacher since I was in 8th ...

Corn is a cornerstone of agriculture in Illinois, playing a vital role in both the state's economy and the livelihoods of its farmers. As planting season begins, it's crucial to be aware of potential ...

It is hard to believe that 2025 finds Local OPAL’s (Local Outdoor Playing and Learning) website celebrating its fifth birthday. What began as a mere (and somewhat crazy) idea during 2018 Master ...

These were some of the questions Abi Amstutz-Spencer, ACC AmeriCorps member and Digital Navigator fellow with University of Illinois Extension, fielded during two presentations to all of the students ...

University of Illinois Extension, Fulton-Mason-Peoria-Tazewell Unit is pleased to announce Kaytlin Lehman as the new Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program—Education program coordinator. She brings ...