The Amherst County Extension office is a unit within Virginia Cooperative Extension. There are 107 county and city units throughout the state. We are an educational service, operated under cooperative sponsorship of Amherst County, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University, Virginia State University, the Commonwealth of Virginia, and the U.S. Department of Agriculture.
PURPOSE
The purpose of the Amherst County Extension Office is to provide information to people through educational programs, instruction, and publications to help improve their economic, social, and cultural wellbeing. The resources and expertise of the Virginia land-grant universities are utilized by adapting their research to meet the needs and interests of the local area.
AREAS OF EXPERTISE:
- Agriculture & Natural Resources
- 4-H Youth
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Family & Consumer Sciences
Assistance in these areas of expertise is easy, you can:
- Participate in classes, meetings, and workshops
- Consult a staff member by office visit or telephone
- Request a home or farm visit by a staff member
- Receive newsletters on various topics
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Participate in 4-H and/or Family & Community Education Clubs
Virginia Cooperative Extension programs and employment are open to all, regardless of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, political beliefs, sexual orientation, or marital or family status.
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More Information
Contact Us
Karen Tanner, Senior Extension Agent
Mailing Address
P.O. Box 580, Amherst, VA 24521- Phone: (434) 946-9365
- Fax: (434) 946-9404
- Staff Directory
- Office Hours:
Monday - Friday
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
