4-H Youth Development
4-H is the nation’s largest youth organization. UI Extension reaches over 75,000 Idaho youth each year and is available in every Idaho county.
Practical education you can trust
We bring the knowledge and research of University of Idaho to you, where you live, when it’s convenient for you. UI Extension partners with local communities to provide research-based education and information on issues that are important to Idahoans. We are leaders in building a thriving, prosperous, healthy Idaho.
Through our statewide network of faculty and staff in 42 counties, three federally recognized tribes and 10 College of Agricultural and Life Sciences research and Extension centers, we work to transform knowledge into solutions that work.
Program Areas
We focus on contemporary topics that matter to you most, including...
UI Extension community development programs are focused on collaborative approaches to help rural communities and individuals succeed.
Food production system topics include cereals, potatoes, beef, dairy, small farms, soil health, integrated pest management and more.
Find training, experts and articles to help steward our land for the future. Our expertise includes forestry, logger education and rangeland conservation.
UI Extension offers a wide range of programs aimed at helping individuals and communities improve their health and wellbeing.
Discover ways to improve your landscapes, gardens and small farms. Our experts can help identify insects and other issues faced by homeowners.
UI Extension conducts research and offers programs related to a variety of water issues from water quality to irrigation, drought and nutrient management.
Find your county office
UI Extension has offices in 42 Idaho counties and three federally recognized tribes. Discover programs in your area. Extension faculty are also located at 10 research and Extension centers located across the state.
Discover programs in your areaYour research ― available anytime
Publications
The UI Extension Publications Catalog is your source for current, peer-reviewed, research-based educational materials produced by University of Idaho experts.
Online Courses
Explore the UI Extension online courses offerings and learn in the comfort of your own home, when it’s most convenient to you.
Get answers
UI Extension is part of a national network of land grant universities conducting research and educating the public. Ask Extension offers one-to-one expert answers to your questions.
Connect with University of Idaho Extension
Join us for an event
UI Extension hosts events, workshops and online courses in each of our program areas and in every part of the state. Learn more about our signature events .
Read our stories
Learn about the impact UI Extension is making in our local communities.
Over 200 University of Idaho faculty and staff are located in local Idaho communities, ready to serve you. Find a county educator, an Extension specialist or your local 4-H coordinator.
Nondiscrimination Policy
The University of Idaho has a policy of nondiscrimination on the basis of race, color, religion (creed), national origin (ancestry), sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, pregnancy, disability, marital status, genetic information, or status as any protected veteran or military status. This policy applies to all programs, services and facilities, and includes, but is not limited to, applications, admissions, access to programs and services, and employment and advancement.