University of Illinois Extension serving Bond, Clinton, Jefferson, Marion and Washington Counties

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• Crop, Stock and Ledger
  Crop, Stock and Ledger covers a variety of agricultural and natural resources issues.
• 4-H Newsletter in Bond County
  4-H newsletter in Bond County
• 4-H Newsletter in Clinton County
  4-H Newsletter in Clinton County
• 4-H Newsletter in Jefferson County
  4-H Newsletter in Jefferson County
• 4-H Newsletter in Marion County
  4-H newsletter in Marion County
• 4-H Newsletter in Washington County
  The Washington County 4-H Hotline News is available. See what is happening now in Washington County.
• Illinois Pesticide Review
  The Illinois Pesticide Review provides concise information on legislation, regulations, and other developments directly impacting pesticide use in Illinois.
• Illinois Small Farms Newsletter
  News pertaining to small farm operations in Illinois.
• Master Gardeners Newsletter
  Master Gardener newsletter in Bond, Clinton, Jefferson, Marion, Washington Unit
• The Bulletin
  Weekly bulletins during the growing season, letting you know what problem pests to look for before they reach your field.
• Weekly Outlook
  Published each Monday and addresses current and prospective developments in crop and livestock markets.

News Releases

• All About Spices
• Area Master Gardeners Gather For Spring Fling
• Bond County 4-H Member to Compete at State Contest
• Celebrations and Traditions: Strengthening Family and Community
• Clinton County 4-H Members to Compete at State Contest
• Corn Planting Time in a "normal" Spring
• Feeding Corn Germ to Pigs Does Not Affect Growth Performance
• New Clinton County Master Gardener
• Pruning Trees and Shrubs
• Regional Dairy Judging Contest Held in Hofman
• Small Farm Machinery and Your Body-Use Both Wisely
• Spring Cleanup
• Grain Handling Safety Workshop
• Local Master Gardeners Gather for Spring Fling
• Robotics Program Presented at Soaring on Saturday
• Washington County 4-H Shooting Sports Clubs
• Composting workshops/field days offered
• Master Gardener Program Graduates 8 in Hillsboro
• 4-H Fundraiser Cookout Raises Money for Program Fee
• Clinton County Hosts Popular Monster Pillow Workshop
• Court Appointed Special Advocate Offers Jefferson County HCE Lesson
• Four Seasons Gardening Winter/Spring Teleconference Series
• Jefferson County 8th graders participate in SCOFY Break
• Marion County 4-H Livestock Judging Contest Draw Large Crowd
• University of Illinois Extension visits Salem Home Show
• U of I Extension Offers Two Workshops for Educators

Podcasts

• Gardener's Corner
• Illini Pet Pod
• Local Foods
• Cash Rents

Photo Galleries

• Marion County Nature Scavenger Hunt
• Bond County 4-H Pulaski Day Cook Out
• Jefferson County 4-H Achievement Program 2012
• Marion County 4-H Achievement 2012

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Contact Us

University of Illinois Extension serving Bond, Clinton, Jefferson, Marion and Washington Counties

Main Office (Marion County)
1404 E Main
Rt 50 East
Salem, IL 62881
Phone: 618-548-1446
FAX: 618-548-9891
Email:uie-bcjmw@illinois.edu

Branch Office (Bond County)
Lake and Harris Ave.
P.O. Box 187
Greenville, IL 62246
Phone: 618-664-3665
FAX: 618-664-9277
Hours: Monday-Thursday 8:00am to 4:30pm

Branch Office (Clinton County)
1163 N. Fourth Street
P.O. Box 185
Breese, IL 62230
Phone: 618-526-4551
FAX: 618-526-4597
Hours: Monday-Friday 8:00am to 4:30pm

Branch Office (Jefferson County)
4618 Broadway
Mt. Vernon, IL 62864
Phone: 618-242-0780
FAX: 618-242-0781
Hours: Monday-Friday 8:00am-12:00pm and 1:00pm-4:00pm

Branch Office (Washington County)
9623 Wall Street
Nashville, IL 62263
Phone: 618-327-8881
FAX: 618-327-8882
Hours: Monday-Friday 8:00am to 4:30pm

• Grain Handling Safety Workshop June 3

  Engulfment and entrapment are on the rise nationwide. Illinois' numbers were the highest in the nation in 2010. Don't become a statistic.

  
  

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• Area Cooking Schools Offered

  Cooking School is a popular summer program in many local communities. Registration is now open and sessions fill fast.

  
  

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• When Not to Prune Spring Flowering Shrubs

  University of Illinois Extension Horticulturalist, Greg Stacks, explains why some spring flowering shrubs need to be pruned right after flowering and not early in the spring. .

  
  

• 4-H Workshops

  There are a lot of different 4-H workshops on the schedule this spring and more being added all the time. Be sure to check the events schedule-many are open to the entire unit not just one county.

  
  

  Learn More about 4-H Workshops >>

  

• 4-H Workshops

  There are a lot of different 4-H workshops on the schedule this spring and more being added all the time. Be sure to check the events schedule-many are open to the entire unit not just one county.

  
  

  Learn More about 4-H Workshops >>

  

• Preparing Vegetables for Exhibition

  Extension specialist, Jim Schmidt, demonstrates how to properly prepare vegetables for exhibition.

  
  

Welcome!

Lisa Wait
County Director

Welcome to University of Illinois Extension for Bond, Clinton, Jefferson, Marion, and Washington Counties. Using the vast resources of the U of I, Extension provides practical, research-based information to make a positive difference in people's lives. Explore our website and let us help you put knowledge to work!

Information and Resources for You

Extension Meetings

• BCJMW Extension Council Meeting
  April 8, 2013 (7:00 PM)
• View archived meetings