The Union County Extension Office is a "branch office" of Ohio State University and is funded through the U.S. Department of Agriculture, The Ohio State University, and the Union County Commissioners. Our Union County Office is your front door to the Ohio State University.

The Extension system is the world's largest non-formal educational system. Our practical educational programs combine the needs of local citizens and communities, with new research and technical information. 

OSU Extension's Mission:

Engaging people to strengthen their lives and communities through research-based educational programming.

OSU Extension's Vision:

OSU Extension is a dynamic educational entity that partners with individuals, families, communities, business and industry, and organizations to strenghten the lives of Ohioans.