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Whether you enjoy watching wildlife, are an avid hunter, or interested in making your land more profitable through leasing opportunities to hunters, you will want to check out these resources.

Jackson County Extension Program Areas

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4-H and YouthAgriculture & Natural ResourcesChildren, Families & SeniorsCommunity & Economic Development
Horticulture & EnvironmentMoney ManagementNutrition & Health

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Podcasts

Commodity Week

Weekly agriculture news, analysis, prices, and weather from WILL AM 580

Closing Market Report

A daily review of farm and agriculture markets in the Midwest

DairyNet Podcast

News and information for dairy producers, educators, and consumers

Illini Pet Pod

The latest news about pet care and humane education

Illini Farm Report

News for and about Illinois farms from University of Illinois Extension
News & Updates

News Releases

You and Your Family
Resources for Southern Illinois Families.
Southern Illinois Equine Newsletter
Latest equine-related information for Southern Illinois.
Upcoming Events

Energy Solutions Workshops 2008
Mt. Vernon, Illinois (Jefferson County)
September 11, 2008

Ewing Field Day
Ewing, Illinois (Franklin County)
September 11, 2008

Multiple Species Grazing Conference
Lincoln, Illinois (Logan County)
September 13, 2008

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Extension Council
Extension councils serve in an advisory role cooperating with Extension staff to provide educational programs to the public. Learn more about the Jackson County Extension Council.
Contact Us

Jackson County Unit
402 Ava Rd
Murphysboro, IL 62966
Phone: 618-687-1727
FAX: 618-687-1612
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