Resources for Core Programs in Extension
The following are both state and federal government resources pertaining to the core program areas within Illinois Extension
Family and Consumer Science Resources
USDA NIFA Division of Family and Consumer Sciences
National Institute of Food and Agriculture's programs that "provide resources that advance community vitality and family well-being" in partnership with the Land-grant University and Cooperative extension system.
Illinois Board of Education Human and Public Services
Prepares individuals for jobs related to the needs of individuals, groups, and society (those working in schools, daycares, government agencies, etc).
Economic Development Resources
UIUC library guides that provide information about the Decennial Census and the American Community Survey.
U.S. Economic Development Administration
A federal bureau focusing on "establish[ing] a foundation for sustainable job growth and the building of durable regional economies throughout the United States."
Agriculture Resources
United States Department of Agriculture
Federal Executive Department related to farming, forestry, rural economic development, and food.
Research agency for the USDA.
Illinois Department of Agriculture
State department regulating agricultural industry in Illinois.
Illinois General Assembly - Committee on Agriculture
State Department Committee pertaining to agriculture.
Energy and Environment Resources
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)
The premier agency for teaching, advocating for, assessing and researching Environmental Protection in the United States.
Searchable bibliographic records and energy-related scientific information from the Department of Energy.
National Service Center for Environmental Publications (NSCEP/NEPIS)
The EPA's publications National Environmental Publications Interest Site (NEPIS) database. Over 24,000 publications and advanced searching options.
Community and Youth Development Resources
A youth development organization provided by Cooperative Extension.
National Department that develops standards for K-12 education.
National Association of State Boards of Education
A U.S. organization dedicated to helping state boards achieve equity and excellence.
USDA Community Development Resources
Community resources provided by the USDA National Agricultural Library.
Food Resources
The division of the United States Department of Agriculture that focuses on food and nutrition. Includes child nutrition programs and supplemental nutrition assistance programs, as well as research and resources pertaining to the topic.
CDC Global Health & Nutrition Resources
CDC website focusing on health and nutrition.
Citing Government Information
Citing Government Information Guide
UIUC library guide that provide citation tools and help researchers cite government information.