University of Illinois Extension provides Knox County with a wide variety of research-based information and program opportunities. The Knox County staff along with center educators work with all ages of individuals in agencies, organizations, families, communities and businesses to help them learn the most recent findings in topics ranging from water quality to food safety to landscaping to leadership development. Along with community members and center educators, the county educators identify, analyze and prioritize the issues affecting local citizens. Extension's goal is to "help people put knowledge to work."
Today's Features
Herb Gardening contains a directory of 20 favorite herbs with planting and care information. In addition, the site contains helpful information about preserving herbs.
Knox County Extension Program Areas
Click on an area to learn more about our programs and resources.
Conservation Connections
Conservation best practices, natural resource decision-making , current research in the field and bridging research with local practice.
Extension in Action
Extension in Action is published by the Joint Council of Extension Professionals -- a collaboration of University of Illinois Extension employee associations.
Knox County Unit