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Welcome to University of Illinois Extension in Jefferson County. Jefferson County Extension brings you practical research-based information in Agriculture and Natural Resources, 4-H and Youth Development, Nutrition/Health and Wellness, Family and Consumer Science, 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.
Today's Features

Visit the SI Gardening website for printable fact sheets, news items, and other information specific to Southern Illinois landscapes and gardens.

Jefferson County Extension Program Areas

Click on an area to learn more about our programs and resources.

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

News & Updates
Dan's Blog
July 4-H Newsletter and General Projects Tags
Ag Quarterly
News for Southern Illinois farm families.
Green Thumb
Lawn and garden news for Southern Illinois residents.
You and Your Family
Resources for Southern Illinois Families.
Jefferson County 4-H News
Click on Green Clover on the left to view the 4-H Newsletter.
Leader's Letter
November 2008 Leaders Letter
Upcoming Events

Beef Field Day
Simpson, Illinois (Pope County)
July 23, 2009

4-H/Tri-County Electricity Workhop
July 29-30, 2009

4-H Back to School Craft Day
August 6, 2009

Full event calendar >>

Contact Us

Jefferson County Unit
4618 Broadway
Mt. Vernon, IL 62864
Phone: 618-242-0780
FAX: 618-242-0781
Email Us

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