What is Cooperative Extension?

About Us 
Kentucky’s two land-grant universities, the University of Kentucky and Kentucky State University, serve as partners in conducting educational programs through Cooperative Extension. The program delivery process involves Extension faculty, county agents, advisory council members, volunteer leaders and the general public.

Vision
University of Kentucky Extension is the trusted, local resource for every Kentuckian.

Mission 
University of Kentucky Extension engages with Kentuckians to connect them to resources, research, and innovative solutions.

Values                                                                                                                                                                                              University of Kentucky Extension is for all Kentuckians. We are:

• Responsive
• Innovative
• Researched-based
• Collaborative
• Relevant
• Accessible
• Local