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Welcome to University of Illinois Extension in Marion County. 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!
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Are Japanese beetles feasting on your landscape plants? Click the link below for a helpful fact sheet.

This website gives you all the information you need to know about gardening with perennials!

Marion County Extension Program Areas

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4-H and YouthAgriculture & Natural ResourcesChildren, Families & SeniorsCommunity & Economic Development
Horticulture & EnvironmentJust for KidsJust for TeachersMoney Management
Nutrition & HealthSchools Online

Marion County Extension Meetings

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News & Updates

News Releases

Green Thumb
Lawn and garden news for Southern Illinois residents.
You and Your Family
Resources for Southern Illinois Families.
4-H Newsletter
Upcoming Events

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

Dixon Springs Ag Center Field Day
Simpson, Illinois (Pope County)
August 6, 2009

Operation Military Kids: Technology & Teambuilding Camp
Waterloo, Illinois (Monroe County)
August 10-14, 2009

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Photo Galleries
2008 4-H Achievement Night

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Contact Us

Marion County Unit
1404 E Main
Rt 50 East
Salem, IL 62881
Phone: 618-548-1446
FAX: 618-548-9891
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