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Extension history

historical black and white photo of 4-H poultry presentation
historical black and white photo of 4 nutrition educators making a poster in the 1960s
historical soybeans and Jean Lambert

An anniversary provides both a look back at an organization’s accomplishments and a look ahead to its future. The 115th anniversary of Extension provides a wonderful opportunity to tell the story of Extension and why it matters.

Follow along, decade by decade, from the events leading up to Extension's beginnings and through early history to the early 2020s.

History by decade

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