Cooperative Extension

Cooperative Extension and Research

Since being designated as a land-grant school in 1890, a key part of Lincoln University's mission has been the teaching of agriculture and science. It's a mission we still take seriously today and fulfill in large part via our Cooperative Research and Cooperative Extension programs.

Lincoln University Cooperative Extension (LUCE) aims to enhance the quality of life for people throughout Missouri with limited access to resources. Specifically, our programs address the needs of small farm owners throughout the state. We teach key skills relating to sustainability, leadership, agricultural innovation and more so farmers throughout Missouri and beyond can keep up with a changing economy and continue to meet the needs of their customers.

We utilize research-based education and engagement at local, state, regional, national and international levels to achieve our goal. Extension specialists, located primarily on Lincoln's main campus, facilitate extension and outreach programs covering essential subject areas that are relevant and positively impact those living in Missouri.

We also have educators in Urban Impact Centers in both Kansas City and St. Louis, as well as Southeast Missouri outreach centers in Sikeston, Lilbourn and Caruthersville.

To learn more about our Cooperative Extension programs and to see how you can contribute, please contact us or follow the links below.

Programs and Projects

Areas of Interest


Extension Outreach Centers 

Cooperative Extension

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IPM Extension Specialist Anitha Chitturi, Ph.D., examines damaged crops with South Side Farms Manager Jake Smith to assess pest impact and develop tailored solutions for recovery and crop health.
Lincoln University’s Pest Management Program Saves Crops, Strengthening Sustainable Farming and Food Security in Southeast Missouri Community
With rising inflation and food costs, more American families are struggling to put food on the table. In food deserts — areas with limited access to affordable healthy food — and barriers such as low income and unreliable transportation disproportionately impact communities of color and low-income residents. In Cape Girardeau, Missouri, South Side Farms is tackling food insecurity by producing high-quality, sustainable produce for the South Cape community.  However, the farm faced a significant challenge in September: a severe pest infestation threatened to end their entire fall growing season. Determined to save their crops and continue serving their community, Executive Director Maurice Theriot turned to Lincoln University (LU) Cooperative Extension’s Integrated Pest Management (IPM) Specialist, Anitha Chitturi, Ph.D., for expert guidance.
January 15, 2025
Tunsisa Hurisso, interim associate research director and assistant professor of social science, discusses forage sample collection techniques with research technicians and graduate students at LU’s Alan T. Busby research farm.
25 in '25 – Lincoln Partners in $10 Million Project to Advance Climate-Smart Agriculture Practices
January 13, 2025
Lincoln University of Missouri’s Assistant Professor Moureen Matuha, Ph.D., and Project Coordinator Andrew Coursey will lead a consumer survey to explore Missourians' seafood preferences and support the growth of the state's aquaculture industry.
Shaping Missouri Aquaculture with LU, One Vote at a Time
December 12, 2024
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319 Frank Hall
Jefferson City, MO 65101
P: (573) 681-6190

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