University of Illinois Extension, Rockford Center provides counties and communities with a wide range of research-based information and program opportunities. The Rockford Center staff works to meet the needs of rural and urban residents in the following areas:

• Agriculture
• Community and Economic Development
• Consumer and Family Economics
• Natural Resources Management
• Nutrition and Health
• 4-H Youth Development

Societal and economic issues of today are complex and inter-related. Environmental issues, health and wellness, food safety, money management, retirement, crop pests, and youth development are issues that affect us all. Extension Educators at the Rockford Center work as a team with other Extension colleagues throughout Illinois to address these complex issues of today. Traditionally known for agricultural programming, today's Extension responds to the needs of individuals, businesses, and communities.