University of Minnesota Extension

Purpose

The University of Minnesota Extension, Anoka County helps people improve quality of life and enhance the economy and the environment through applied research and the resources of the University of Minnesota. Extension - Creating a stronger Minnesota through education and research.

Anoka County Extension Committee Members

• Reid Mortensen, Chair email Reid Mortensen
• Eva Knudsen, Vice Chair email Eva Knudsen
• Roni Brunner, email Roni Brunner
• Paulette Kostick, email Paulette Kostick
• Ann M. Rantanen-Lee, email Ann M. Rantanen-Lee
• County Administration Representative: Jeff Perry, email Jeff Perry
• Commissioner Mandy Meisner, email Mandy Meisner
• Commissioner John Heinrich, email John Heinrich
• Regional Extension Director Kanko Akakpovi, email Kanko Akakpovi

Anoka County Extension Staff

• Natalie Boyd, Principal Office & Administrative Specialist
• Sarah Devine, Extension Educator, 4-H Youth Development
• Kim Ferguson, Administrative Assistant
• Anna Gilbertson, Extension Educator, 4-H Youth Development
• Jenna Peterson, Program Associate, 4-H Youth Development

Programs/Resources

4-H Youth Development

4-H clubs are open to youth, kindergarten through one year past high school. The entire family can join in projects and activities. 4-H involvement includes learning by doing, practicing leadership, participating in a wide variety of projects, positive out-of-school time, science and arts enrichment, service to communities, youth teaching youth, and a lot of fun!

* Visit 4-H in Anoka County for more information.

* Follow Anoka County 4-H on Facebook.

Master Gardener Program

Master Gardeners are University of Minnesota-trained volunteers whose job 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.

* Visit Anoka County Master Gardeners for more information.

Other Resources

• Answer Line - Household experts answer questions about food safety, canning and freezing foods, cleaning stains and mildew, and other household questions. Access this information Monday-Friday, 9 a.m.-noon, and 1-4 p.m. by calling 800-854-1678.
• Farm Information Line - Extension educators respond to agriculture and small acreage questions. They provide referrals to local extension agriculture personnel where available. Access this information Monday-Friday, 8:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. by calling 800-232-9077.
• Soil Test Applications (or pick up from our office)
• Private Pesticide Applicator Training packets can be picked up at our office.