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Extension Service reports growth in 4‑H participation; Master Gardener internships and local programming expanding

2780763 · March 26, 2025
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University of Minnesota Extension staff updated the Clay County Board on March 25 about rising 4‑H youth participation, volunteer engagement and Master Gardener activities, including outreach, workshops and a seed‑starting surge among residents.

Cecilia Amadou, regional director for the University of Minnesota Extension, and 4‑H and Master Gardener staff briefed the Clay County Board of Commissioners on March 25 about program activity and growth in Clay County.

Amadou opened the presentation and introduced county Extension staff; 4‑H educators Mindy Grant and Monique Stelzer and support staff described program participation across community clubs, after‑school programs and summer events. The presenters said the county had 344 enrolled 4‑H youth last year, retained 91 percent year‑to‑year and…

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