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The Southern Oregon Research and Extension Center (SOREC) is Jackson County's partnership with Oregon State University. Browse our site to learn of the classes or events that are offered by SOREC's agents. Call us: 541-776-7371.

EXTENSION AGENTS offer a varied range of expertise. Professors and support staff in Family and Community Extension, 4-H Youth (from Animal Science and Home Arts to Science Engineering and Technology), and Small Farms make up some of the Extension personnel who are here to assist you. There are also the Master Gardeners and the Forestry experts to help you answer nearly all of your outdoor questions. SOREC faculty and staff help thousands of Jackson County residents find answers and solve problems every year.

More resource for answers: www.eXtension.org

Managing Money in Tough Times (MITT)

A recent study indicates that 75% of Americans are stressed by some combination of personal finances and their job. There are a rich variety of Local Resources to help families, businesses, communities, and youth manage through times of financial crisis.

Growing Your Own Food - What to do if you're new to gardening

The faltering economy combined with interest in healthy food choices has led to an increase of interest in home gardening. Oregon State University Extension Service can help you. Our Master Gardeners teach affordable classes and help identify problems and solutions at the Plant Clinic. Plant Clinic Hours (for answers to your growing and insect questions).

Read about THE EXTENSION SERVICE.

Click here for Josephine County Extension Center webpage and class information.