University of Illinois Extension-Vermilion County-Agriculture & Natural Resources

Water quality and erosion control are just some natural resource topics that Extension addresses.

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University of Illinois Tax School
The Tax School provides quality, self-supported Extension education programs for tax professionals in Illinois.
Varietal Information Program for Soybeans
VIPS is a tool for the analysis of the performance of soybean varieties.
Variety Testing Program
The University of Illinois Variety Testing program conducts annual crop performance tests to provide farmers, Extension personnel, and private seed companies with agronomic information on hybrids and varieties of the major Illinois field crops.
57 Ways to Protect Your Home Environment
Describes a variety of practical steps you can take to protect your health, your family's health, and our environment.
Adventures of Herman
Squirmin' Herman the Worm teaches students all about worms and how to make their own worm bin in this interactive curriculum.
Agroecology/Sustainable Agriculture Program (ASAP)
ASAP facilitates and promotes research and education which protects Illinois' natural and human resources while sustaining agricultural production.
Apples & More
Visit Apples & More to learn about U-pick apple orchards, apple nutrition, varieties & selection, and fun activities for children.
Cicadas in Illinois
Learn about the life cycle of the periodical cicada.
Environmental Stewardship
Learn how to be a better steward of our natural resources.

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Upcoming Events

Champaign County Corn & Soybean Marketing Club
Champaign, Illinois (Champaign County)
September 8, 2008

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

Farmland Leasing Class
September 16 - October 28, 2008

For more information about these programs, please contact:

Vermilion County Unit
12190 U.S. Route 150
Oakwood, IL 61858
Phone: 217-442-8615
FAX: 217-442-8628
vermilion_co@extension.uiuc.edu