Mercer County 4-H livestock program has one of its most successful years. Thanksgiving project provides valuable service to needy families. Teens take the lead. Development Committee undertakes challenging projects. Extension provides guidance to Jamestown and Reynolds School Districts.
Extension provides valuable assistance with water quality issues.
Agricultural Land Preservation program moves forward in 1998. Mercer County Ag Security Area program progresses. Our Extension Agents Eight extension agents and three paraprofessionals provide educational programs in Mercer County in agriculture, family living, 4-H and youth development, community development, environment, energy and housing. What We Offer Educational programs, printed materials, newsletters, and individual assistance are some of the ways that extension agents reach various audiences throughout the county. With the help of Penn State faculty and specialists, extension agents are sources of accurate, research-based, unbiased information.