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Recent News About University of Illinois Extension
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5 ways to combat stigma on World Mental Health Day
5 ways to combat stigma on World Mental Health Day
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Teen competitors “aim” for fun
Teen competitors “aim” for fun
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Extension Master Gardener Conference reaffirms value of community horticulture
Extension Master Gardener Conference reaffirms value of community horticulture
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Expanding food access to Illinois residents
Expanding food access to Illinois residents
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Tips for moving houseplants indoors and overwinter care
Tips for moving houseplants indoors and overwinter care
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Build money management skills early for a solid financial future
Build money management skills early for a solid financial future
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Teacher Tuesdays offers STEAM Resource Fair for educators
Teacher Tuesdays offers STEAM Resource Fair for educators
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Native prairie grasses create distinct, breezy aesthetic in home landscape
Native prairie grasses create distinct, breezy aesthetic in home landscape
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Head to Orr Agricultural Center July 20 for an agronomy-focused field day
Head to Orr Agricultural Center July 20 for an agronomy-focused field day
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Microclovers making a comeback as lawns grow in biodiversity
Microclovers making a comeback as lawns grow in biodiversity
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Farm Safety Day leaves lasting impression on youth and adults
Farm Safety Day leaves lasting impression on youth and adults
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Comparing common and scientific plant names
Comparing common and scientific plant names
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New oak savannah planted at Sommer Farm in Peoria
New oak savannah planted at Sommer Farm in Peoria
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Magnolia blooms, beetles are nature’s spring flower odd couple
Magnolia blooms, beetles are nature’s spring flower odd couple
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Farmers battle clock, weeds in spring planting season
Farmers battle clock, weeds in spring planting season
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Every bloom matters when it comes to helping pollinators
Every bloom matters when it comes to helping pollinators
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Farmers, researchers break ground with new guidelines for budding hemp crop
Farmers, researchers break ground with new guidelines for budding hemp crop
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Early blooming spring ephemerals flowers welcome warmer weather
Spring ephemeral flowers are nature’s gems after winter. These short-lived beauties are wildflowers that grow in woodlands in the early spring before the leaves on deciduous trees are open.
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New hybrid model expands Master Gardener and Naturalist training options
For a few years, new volunteers had the choice to complete the 60-hour Extension Master Gardener training in one of two ways: a face-to-face class or individually online.
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Kristi Smith transitions from 4-H volunteer to staff
Kristi Smith has been part of the 4-H program long before becoming the Peoria 4-H program coordinator.