University of Maine Cooperative Extension in Aroostook County, Presque Isle, gives local residents access to the resources and expertise of the University of Maine. Through educational programs, publications, and events, UMaine Extension delivers unbiased, research-based information to Aroostook County citizens. We can answer your questions on a wide array of topics. To find out how we can help you, browse our site, or contact us by e-mail or phone.

4-H/Youth Development
Programs available

• 4-H in Aroostook County
• Resources and Information for 4-H Leaders and Volunteers

More about 4-H

Agriculture
Programs available

• Small Grain Production
• Small Grain Storage
• Combines
• Dairy Production
• Forages
• Home Gardening
• Sustainable Agriculture
• Soil Amendments and Soil Health
• Soil Fertility
• Beef Production
• Small Grain Production

More about Agriculture

Farm Safety

Maine Extension Homemakers Council

Master Gardener Volunteers

Nutrition and Food
Programs available

• Nutrition Education
• Food Safety
• Food Preservation
• Testing Accuracy of Pressure Canner Gauges
• Expanded Food and Nutrition Education Program (EFNEP)
• Maine Family Nutrition Program (MFNP)
• Senior Nutrition Program
• 10 Steps to Good Nutrition: A Learn-by-Mail Program

More about Food and Health

Potato Production

Senior Companion Program