Our Mission

North Carolina Cooperative Extension partners with communities to deliver education and technology that enrich the lives, land and economy of North Carolinians.

Who We Are

We are county agents, professors, scientists, and volunteers working together to improve the quality of life in Guilford County and North Carolina. The key components of the North Carolina Cooperative Extension Service’s mission are to teach the public how to:

ensure the sustainability of agriculture, forestry, and a safe food supply

strengthen the economic and social structure of families

encourages the economic and social development of communities

protect and improve the environment

help people address problems through public policy education

Over 125 lay leaders comprise the Extension Advisory Leadership System in Guilford County. These volunteers keep Extension professionals aware of local issues and needs so we can design our educational outreach accordingly.

We receive financial support from three levels of government — federal, state and county — and from private financial sources. The Extension Service also works with other agencies and receives support from agri-business, industry, foundations and individuals.

What We Offer

Our educational programs benefit farmers, rural and urban residents, families, community leaders, civic leaders, and youth.

We are leading the way with programs about:

sustainable agriculture

waste management

water quality

food safety and quality

youth and families at risk

environmental protection

conservation of natural resources

parenting and family finance

How We Communicate

Extension agents are the bridge between specialists on the university campuses and the citizens of Guilford County.

The Staff in the Guilford Extension Center coordinates educational programs, public meetings, workshops, field days, personal consultations, and satellite broadcasts to teach people how to improve their lives. The Extension Center is stocked with publications, newsletters, computer programs, and videotapes. You will also see our outreach programming in the pages of local newspapers, and on radio and television.