University of Minnesota Extension’s leadership programs equip leaders with the skills to respond to today’s challenges while ...

One aspect of this neuroplasticity is the increased “cross talk” that the teen brain experiences between its different regions. For instance, as the prefrontal cortex (the brain region that supports ...

Long-time 4-H foods and nutrition judge Mary Bartz is ready for the 4-H Building to match the potential of the youth exhibiting inside, which is why she supports its renovation.

See U of M Extension at the 2026 Minnesota State Fair​ Minnesota 4-H and the Minnesota State Fair are working in partnership to reinvent the 4-H Building. Learn how to help create a space where ...

Together," be sure to participate in fun and educational University of Minnesota Extension activities. University of Minnesota Extension’s leadership programs equip leaders with the skills to respond ...

We help communities navigate their economic future. Learn about community economics through articles, research and videos.

Timely information to help you care for your yard and garden.

Learn about planting, growing, and maintaining lawns, and the environmental benefits of sustainable landscapes.

AIS Detectors and Trackers are statewide volunteer invasive species surveillance programs that target high-risk areas with trained observers.

The Minnesota Bee Atlas is a citizen science volunteer program working to create a state-wide list of native bees found in Minnesota.

Forest Pest First Detector volunteers detect and diagnose early infestations of invasive plants, insects and other pests.

Youth workers address challenging situations in their daily work with young people. In this class, participants will dig into the sticky challenges and issues of youth work and examine various ways to ...