Extension at the University of Minnesota
U of M Extension partnership in Kenya focuses on women farmers. A three-year Extension partnership with universities in Kenya focuses on women farmers and the school meals value chain. October 7, 2024. Developing climate resilience metrics for the State of Minnesota. How do we measure resilience and assess how well adaptation measures are ...
Extension courses and events
2024年8月12日 · Event subject (s): Communities and leadership. Tuesday, October 22, 2024. 2024 Minnesota 4-H Annual Volunteer Training: Amplifying Youth Voice statewide webinar. 7 - 8:30 p.m.
About Extension | UMN Extension - Extension at the University …
About Extension. University of Minnesota Extension discovers science-based solutions, delivers practical education, and engages Minnesotans to build a better future. Learn about Extension's work, and local and global partners.
Yard and garden | UMN Extension
October 8, 2024. Fall is a good time to remove buckthorn. If you're dealing with invasive buckthorn on your property, now is the perfect time to take action. October 1, 2024. Native grasses for great fall color. Take a look at a few ornamental grasses that are good selections to add color and interest to your garden in the fall.
Building a stronger Minnesota together | UMN Extension
Connecting rural, suburban, urban and tribal communities with the University of Minnesota. Extension is in all 87 counties. Regional offices are strategically located across the state. 65 percent of Extension faculty and staff work in Greater Minnesota. Over 35,000 trained volunteers multiply our reach. Over 2,000 partnerships foster work with ...
Extension departments | UMN Extension - Extension at the …
Extension centers. Extension's research and outreach is organized broadly into four departments: Department of Agricultural and Natural Resource Systems, Department of Community Development, Department of Family, Health and Wellbeing, and Department of Youth Development. Each department has teams of scientists and educators who work in ...
Food, health and nutrition | UMN Extension
Food, health and nutrition. Home. Food, health and nutrition. University of Minnesota Extension improves food literacy, physical activity, food safety and healthy food access for Minnesotans and the food service industry.
Volunteer with Extension | UMN Extension - Extension at the …
Volunteer. Extension's 35,000 volunteers give their time and expertise to serve their communities and help create a stronger Minnesota. Whether you're passionate about youth, conservation, healthy eating or healthy gardens, you can find an opportunity to join Extension in making a difference in Minnesota. Read on to learn more about volunteer ...
Native plants | UMN Extension
Native plants. Plants that are native to Minnesota are often easier to grow than non-native varieties. They are already adapted to our soil and climate and need minimal care to grow and thrive. Here are a few resources to get you started on selecting and growing native plants in your yard or garden. Some of these resources recommend both native ...
Natural resources | UMN Extension
News. October 8, 2024. Managing forests to sustain soil biodiversity. Forest ecosystems include trees, plants, and wildlife, and the diverse belowground world of soil. Being a forest caretaker also means being a caretaker of the soil. October 8, 2024. Fall is a good time to remove buckthorn.