Programs and Projects
CONNECT, LEARN & THRIVE WITH EXTENSION
At Lincoln University Cooperative Extension, we are committed to improving the lives of diverse communities throughout the state through unbiased, research-based education and programming. Our mission is to provide Individuals, families, and communities practical education through publications, classes, events, and personalized instruction in agriculture, youth development and family and consumer science to promote economic prosperity and enhanced the quality of life for all Missouri residents.
LU EXTENSION SITES
Located on the campus of Lincoln University in Jefferson City, our primary office serves as a central hub for our outreach efforts. In addition, we maintain outreach centers in key areas throughout the state, including Kansas City, Saint Louis, and Southeast Missouri, enabling us to better serve diverse communities across Missouri.
COOPERATIVE EXTENSION
- Agricultural Economics and Marketing
- Aquaculture
- Community and Leadership Development
- Culinary Incubator
- Diversity Programs
- Hemp Institute
- Horticulture
- Human Resource Development
- Human Nutrition and Health
- Innovative Small Farmers' Outreach Program (ISFOP)
- Integrated Pest Management Program
- Paula J. Carter Center on Minority Health and Aging
- Small Ruminant Program
- Specialty Crops
- Wildlife Science
- Youth Development and 4-H Program
Extension Outreach Centers
- Kansas City Urban Impact Center (Western Missouri: Kansas City & surrounding areas)
- Southeastern Missouri Outreach Centers
(Sikeston, Charleston, Caruthersville & surrounding areas) - St. Louis Urban Impact Center (Eastern Missouri: St. Louis & surrounding areas)
COOPERATIVE RESEARCH
- Animal Science
- Aquaculture
- Culinary Incubator
- Department of Agriculture and Environmental Science
- Environmental Science
- Forestry & Natural Resource Mgmt.
- Hemp Institute
- Integrated Pest Management
- Research Facilities and Analytical Capabilities at Cooperative Research
- Sustainable Hydroponic Research Program