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University of Illinois Extension serving Franklin, Jackson, Perry, Randolph and Williamson Counties

Main Office (Jackson County)
402 Ava Rd.
Murphysboro, IL 62966
Phone: 618-687-1727
FAX: 618-687-1612
Email:uie-fjprw@illinois.edu
Hours: Monday - Friday 8 am to 4:30 pm (Closed 12 - 1pm)

Branch Office (Franklin County)
1212 Ag Street
Benton, IL 62812
Phone: 618-439-3178
FAX: 618-439-2953
Hours: M–T, 8:00 am-4:30 pm (closed 12:00 - 1:00 pm)

Branch Office (Perry County)
3764 State Rte 13/127
Room 110
Pinckneyville, IL 62274
Phone: 618-357-2126
FAX: 618-357-3934
Hours: M–T, 8:00 am-4:30 pm (closed 12:00 - 1:00 pm)

Branch Office (Randolph County)
313 West Belmont Street
Sparta, IL 62286
Phone: 618-443-4364
FAX: 618-443-1922
Hours: M–T, 8:00 am-4:30 pm (closed 12:00 - 1:00 pm)

Branch Office (Williamson County)
201-B W Main
Marion, IL 62959
Phone: 618-993-3304
Hours: M–T, 8:00 am-4:30 pm (closed 12:00 - 1:00 pm)

Discover Extension

  • Arbor Day 2012

    Franklin County 4-H members planted trees at the Franklin County Fairgrounds for Arbor Day. Trees were donated by Peabody Coal Gateway Mine.


  • Welcome to the Real World

    High school seniors participated in a career and finance simulation called "Welcome to the Real World" put on by U of I Extension. Volunteers included: Brandon Liefer, Robin White, Tim Lowry, Michelle Bisel, Cole Stenzel, Tammy Salger and Matt Wagner.


  • OrganWise Guys

    North Side Primary students recently participated in the OrganWise Guys program. This program teaches nutrition along with physical activity and is provided by Illinois Nutrition Education Programs (INEP) staff.


  • Horsemanship By Respect

    Randolph County 4-H Spin Club, Silver Spur Posse, attended the Horsemanship By Respect on March 31. Members watched demonstrations on how to gain your horses respect through ground work and how to do a one rein stop.


  • Project Day

    4-H members in Perry County work on making self watering terrariums made with soda bottles.


  • Randolph County 4-H Livestock Quiz Bowl Participants

    Youth were challenged on their knowledge of fundamental concepts and practices of livestock handling and care.


  • Making Mudballs

    Perry County Master Gardeners help 4-H members make mudballs covered in wild flower seeds. Soon the mudballs will be thrown on the ground and in time will bloom.


  • Unit 26 Master Gardener first annual potluck

    Members from Perry and Jackson counties had an opportunity to meet and discuss their respective activities, and ways they can collaborate in the future. The event will rotate every year between the five counties.


  • Perry County Seed Library

    Sally Cook, Perry County Master Gardener, is arranging the seed library at DuQuoin Public Library (see the News Release posted on this page for more information).


  • Learning to sew

    Perry County 4-H leaders help members sew quilts that will be donated locally.


Welcome!

Welcome to University of Illinois Extension, serving Franklin, Jackson, Perry, Randolph and Williamson counties! Our Extension Educators bring you practical research-based information in horticulture, local food systems and small farms, youth development, and community and economic development. These programs are geared toward enabling people to improve their lives and communities through learning partnerships that put knowledge to work. Call us at (618)687-1727 for more information.

Today's Features

New regulation impacts pesticide applications to ponds and lakes.

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As we begin severe weather preparedness month in Illinois, the February 29th deadly tornado in Harrisburg is a sobering reminder of the power of strong storms. Now is a good time to review your office and home procedures. Remind others where the shelter area is in your facility or home. Make sure your contact list is up to date. Determine who will monitor the weather radio or other media in the event of watches and warnings. Encourage the assembley of emergency kits.

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Recipes for Diabetes. Today 25.8 million children and adults in the U.S. -- or 8.3% of the population -- have diabetes. Because of the high incidence of this disease, U of I Extension offers this website with a variety of recipes with nutritional analysis for people with diabetes.

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Tip of the Week

Transplanting Trees and Shrubs

The mild winter this year has expanded the planting window. As long as you can get a shovel in the ground and you can get out, you can transplant trees, shrubs and perennials. After transplanting, water thoroughly and carefully to eliminate air pockets in the root zone. Apply a three-inch thick layer of wood chips mulch to the root zone, shaping it like a volcano to minimize frost heaving after planting.

Questions? Contact Sonja Lallemand, Extension Educator, Horticulture at lalleman@illinois.edu

Information and Resources for You

4-H Youth Development Commercial Agriculture Community and Economic Development Consumer Economics Horticulture Leadership and Local Government Local Food Systems and Small Farms Nutrition and Wellness Schools Online