Mississippi State University Extension Service

"I can truly say MSU Extension's courses have made me a better public servant."

- COREY PROCTOR
New Augusta alderman
"4-H taught me the importance of being a caring, compassionate person and that friendship transcends winning."

- Jilkiah Bryant
Former Noxubee County 4-H'er
and Truman Scholar
"MSU Extension's Crosby Arboretum offers a wide variety of excellent programs–there's something here for everyone!"

- Ruth Cook
Crosby Arboretum
volunteer and donor
"MSU Extension's RMSS program shows kids there are employment options in rural Mississippi–that they can live here and improve our way of life."

- Dr. Caleb Zumbro
Franklin County physician
"Extension's training has helped us better understand how to help the young people we work with."

- Courtney Reed
Co-founder and co-director of I can Fly Ministries in Warren County

Two men tie barbed wire around a fence post.

Feature Story

Work relief teams assist with storm aftermath

Watches and warnings are easy to get mixed up in the moment. Know the differences to keep you and your loved ones safe. (Photo by Canva)

Extension for Real Life Blog

Know the Difference: Watch vs. Warning

Four students stand in a row with their teacher and hold up the herbs they were about to plant in the raised bed.

Feature Story

Gilbert Mason Head Start celebrates learning during Week of the Young Child

As a mom of a child with food allergies, I have some tips that can help you navigate in the kitchen if you or someone in your family also has food allergies.

Extension for Real Life Blog

4 Tips to Navigate Food Allergies