University of Maine Cooperative Extension in Penobscot County 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 Penobscot 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 Penobscot County

• Resources and Information for 4-H Leaders and Volunteers

More about 4-H

Agriculture
Programs available

• Crops

• Greenhouse Production

• Field Crop Production

More about Agriculture

Gardening
Programs available

• Gardening

• Master Gardener Volunteers

• Eastern Maine Native Plant Arboretum

• Home Horticulture

• Home Composting

More about Gardening

Home-Based Business Management
Programs available

• Small, Home-Based Business

Maine Extension Homemakers Council

Nutrition and Food
Programs available

• Eat Well Program

• Foods and Nutrition Program

• Food Preservation (including "Preserving Your Harvest" workshops)

• Food Safety

More about Food and Health

Parenting
Programs available

• Developing Parenting Skills

Senior Companion Program