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Teaching of Agriculture and Science

Since being designated as a land-grant school in 1890, a key part of Lincoln University's mission has been the teaching of agriculture and science. It's a mission we still take seriously today and fulfill in large part via our Cooperative Research and Cooperative Extension programs.

Lincoln University Cooperative Extension (LUCE) aims to enhance the quality of life for people throughout Missouri with limited access to resources. Specifically, our programs address the needs of small farm owners throughout the state. We teach key skills relating to sustainability, leadership, agricultural innovation and more so farmers throughout Missouri and beyond can keep up with a changing economy and continue to meet the needs of their customers.

We utilize research-based education and engagement at local, state, regional, national and international levels to achieve our goal. Extension specialists, located primarily on Lincoln's main campus, facilitate extension and outreach programs covering essential subject areas that are relevant and positively impact those living in Missouri.

We also have educators in Urban Impact Centers in both Kansas City and St. Louis, as well as Southeast Missouri outreach centers in Sikeston, Lilbourn and Caruthersville.

To learn more about our Cooperative Extension programs and to see how you can contribute, please contact us or follow the links below.

Programs and Projects

Agricultural Economics and Marketing
Aquaculture
Community and Leadership Development
Composting
Diversity Programs
Hemp Institute
Horticulture
Human Nutrition & Health
Human Resource Development
Innovative Small Farmers' Outreach Program
Integrated Pest Management Program
Paula J. Carter Center on Minority Health and Aging
Small Ruminant Program
Socially Disadvantaged Farmers and Ranchers (2501 Program)
Southeast Missouri 1890 Extension Program
Specialty Crops
Wildlife Science
Youth Development and 4-H Program

Areas of Interest

Extension Outreach Centers

Central Missouri (Jefferson City and surrounding areas)
St. Louis Urban Impact Center (Eastern Missouri: St. Louis & surrounding areas)
Southeastern Missouri Outreach Centers (Sikeston, Charleston, Caruthersville & surrounding areas)
Kansas City Urban Impact Center (Western Missouri: Kansas City & surrounding areas)

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Professors and Graduate Student Share Insights from 2026 Faculty Research Seminar

Recently, members of Lincoln University’s faculty and graduate student program attended the two-day 2026 Faculty Research Seminar in Washington, D.C. Hosted by the Thurgood Marshall College Fund (TMCF) through the HBCU Transformation Project and the Dr. N. Joyce Payne Research Center, the seminar brought together faculty and graduate students from eligible TMCF-member institutions from around the country.

October 09, 2026

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Lincoln University and Missouri Organic Association Host Organic Field Day

October 07, 2026

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Missouri Producers Explore Practical Resources at Regional Conferences

October 06, 2026

Contact

John Kessell, Ph.D.
Associate Extension Administrator
103 Allen Hall
900 Chestnut St.
Jefferson City, Missouri 65101
E: kessellj@lincolnu.edu
P: (573) 681-5557

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