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Overview
Southern
District encompasses the 18 counties of southwestern and
south-central Idaho. County Extension Educators deliver creative
outreach programs that provide knowledge and leadership to
meet the lifelong educational needs of our citizens.
Programs are delivered in crop production, horticulture,
livestock, farm business management, small acreage, range
management, natural resources, community development, family
financial management, food safety and preservation,
nutrition, diet and health, 4-H youth development,
leadership development, and volunteer development. Federal
grants fund pesticide safety education programs, as well as
nutrition and resource management for low income families.
Southern District Extension
educators work to address and implement the goals,
objectives, and priorities of the USDA-CSREES, the University
of Idaho, College of Agricultural and Life Sciences and the
18 counties in the District. Southern District
Extension programs, guided by overall Extension advisory
groups, utilize modern educational technology, are visible,
and serve as the communication link between Idaho citizens
and the functions of research and teaching in the
University. Extension Educators are assisted by county
and University of Idaho funded paraprofessionals and trained
volunteers to enhance program delivery.
In keeping with the
land-grant mission, University of Idaho Extension,
Southern District provides lifelong education and serves the
needs of both adults and youth in the district.
Programs help meet the life-long educational needs of the
citizens of southwest and south-central Idaho, build an
appreciation for diversity and respect for others, support
local businesses and communities, and address the economic,
environmental, and social challenges facing our citizens.
Mission Statement
University of Idaho Extension improves people's lives
by engaging the University and our communities through
research-based education. Our areas of expertise are
Agriculture, Community Development, Family and Consumer
Sciences, Natural Resources, and Youth Development.
For a District calendar of events, click here.
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