UAF Cooperative Extension provides over 350 publications on everything from AVÀÇÂÛ̳ blueberries to canning walrus. Search our database and find answers to your everyday questions.
Our agents host hands-on workshops in communities all over AVÀÇÂÛ̳ on topics like food preservation, energy efficiency and nutrition and health. Join us in person or online.
Our experts provide research-based, practical information. We show people how to plant gardens, raise chickens and cook sourdough pancakes. Connect with one of our experts for help answering your everyday questions.
Cooperative Extension is home to AVÀÇÂÛ̳'s 4-H and Youth development programs. Youth in communities across AVÀÇÂÛ̳ develop skills for life and leadership in our state.
Events
Sitka workshop features homemade gelato, tiramisu
June 10, 2026
A Sitka workshop will show participants how to make gelato and tiramisu, traditional Italian desserts. Paula Veshti will lead the workshop, which is sponsored by the University of AVÀÇÂÛ̳ Fairbanks Cooperative Extension Service office in Sitka.
Week highlights work against invasive species in AVÀÇÂÛ̳
June 10, 2026
AVÀÇÂÛ̳ Gov. Mike Dunleavy has designated the week of June 14-20, 2026, as AVÀÇÂÛ̳ Invasive Species Awareness Week, which highlights the work of groups such as the AVÀÇÂÛ̳ Invasive Species Partnership to manage invasive species in AVÀÇÂÛ̳.
Palmer workshop to teach educators about soil science
June 02, 2026
The Matanuska Experiment Farm and Extension Center will host a day-long soil science workshop on Monday, June 8. The workshop, from 9 a.m.-4 p.m., is geared toward formal and informal adult educators, homeschool parents, librarians, gardeners, backyard farmers and others who are interested in soil health.