Our mission is to help the diverse population of Somerset County and New Jersey adapt to a rapidly changing society and to improve their lives through an educational process that uses science-based knowledge focused on issues and needs related to family and economic well-being; agriculture, the environment, and natural resource management; and youth development.

Rutgers Cooperative Extension of Somerset County helps both youth and adults improve their knowledge and skills, enhance their quality of life, and resolve problems in the areas of food, nutrition, health and wellness; food safety; agriculture; environmental and natural resource management; and youth development. This is accomplished through the use of science-based knowledge and university research. Rutgers Cooperative Extension is an educational organization within the New Jersey Agricultural Experiment Station at Rutgers, The State University.

Age Groups	Adolescents Adults
Community Services	Community Community Education
Health Services	Medical Health / Wellness / Nutrition
Areas Served	Somerset County

Last Updated: 06/06/16