We have county Extension agents working in each of the state's 254 counties and plan our educational programs based on what local residents say they need in their communities. We provide education in the areas of agriculture and natural resources, family and consumer sciences, 4-H and youth development, and community development. Our educational information is reliable, unbiased, and based on university research. We offer practical education through courses, workshops, seminars, demonstrations, publications, and tours to diverse adult and youth audiences. Through this network, we provide university expertise and educational materials for county programs.
Volunteers are a vital part of our outreach organization.
They help plan educational programs, receive training from us, and then teach others what they have learned. We often work in partnership with other agencies and organizations. It was founded in 1914. The Extension Service is a statewide educational agency.