University of Minnesota Extension Stearns County

Our business is to educate. We do that by bringing resources of the University of Minnesota to the people of Stearns County.We deal with concerns of youth, adults, and families in their homes, farms, businesses, and communities.

The University of Minnesota is one of the nation’s more than 100 land grant colleges and universities with a mission to engage in teaching, research and extension. Through Extension, land grant institutions “extend” their resources to address critical public issues through non-formal, non-credit education.  University of Minnesota Extension makes University research and knowledge practical and useful to the people of Minnesota.

What We Do

The University of Minnesota Extension provides education and research in:

  • Child and Youth Development
  • Community Resources
  • Crop Systems
  • Environment and Natural Resources
  • Family Development
  • Financial and Business Management
  • Horticulture
  • Leadership / Citizenship Education
  • Livestock Systems
  • Nutrition, Food, and Health

Volunteer opportunities are available through the University of Minnesota Extension. These include 4-H Youth Development, Master Gardeners, and others. Visit the University of Minnesota Extension website www.extension.umn.edu/county/stearns or find us on Facebook.

Master Gardeners

The Master Gardeners of Stearns County are University of Minnesota are trained volunteers whose work is to educate the public about a variety of horticulture subjects using readily-available, up-to-date research-based information. This educational effort is designed to enhance the public’s quality of life and to promote good stewardship of the environment.

The Stearns County Master Gardener website is a resource to find current information on resources pertinent in the areas of horticulture. You will also find information on how you can contact the Stearns County Extension office and the Stearns County Master Gardeners with questions. Finally, this website is a great resource to find upcoming events related to Horticulture in or near Stearns County.

4-H

The University of Minnesota Extension organizes the 4-H/Youth Development program. If you know of young people interested in joining 4-H or if you would like to be a volunteer leader, please give us a call!