The University of Minnesota Extension in Otter Tail County is the educational outreach arm of the University of Minnesota. Our mission is "to involve people in improving the quality of life and enhancing the economy and the environment through education, applied research, and the resources of the University of Minnesota."

Campus-based extension specialists work with county-based extension educators to deliver educational programs through meetings, demonstrations, workshops, publications, and electronic delivery methods such as interactive TV, satellite teleconferences, and computer networks. Our program areas include: 4-H Youth Development, Environment and Natural Resources, Foods and Nutrition, Agriculture and Horticulture, Community Vitality and Family Development.