K-State Research and Extension in Kearny County is a branch of Kansas State University's Agricultural Experiment Station and Cooperative Extension Service. With a team of dedicated research scientists, faculty specialists, county and area specialists, and support staff, they provide practical and research-based educational information to the residents of Kearny County and other counties in Kansas. Their mission is to promote a safe, sustainable, and competitive food and fiber system, as well as to strengthen communities, families, and youth through integrated research, analysis, and education.
K-State Research and Extension has a rich history dating back to the passage of the Morrill Act in 1862, which paved the way for land-grant universities. Over the years, they have evolved and expanded their services, merging the Kansas Agricultural Experiment Station and Kansas Cooperative Extension Service in 1996. Today, they are committed to delivering educational programs and technical information that enhance leadership skills, economic viability, and quality of life in communities.
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