Elmore County

Cooperative Extension Service

University of Idaho Mission Statement

The Cooperative Extension System helps people improve the social, economic, and environmental qualities of their lives through research-based education and leadership development focused on issues and needs.

Elmore County Extension Office Mission Statement

To enhance the quality of life in Elmore County through education, application of knowledge, and the development of leadership skills.

General Services

The Elmore County Cooperative Extension Service is a partnership between the United States Department of Agriculture, the University of Idaho College of Agriculture, and Elmore County.  Research-based education is offered by trained professionals and volunteers in agriculture, family and consumer science and 4-H.

The Extension Building is also the home of the Elmore County Fair head office.  If you have questions about the upcoming fair, or would like vendor information, please call the Fair Manager, Kate Ackerson at 208-587-2136, ext. 287. 

The 2008 Fair's theme is "Country Dreams and Old Blue Jeans" and will be open to the public from July 16th through the 19th.  There will be a carnival, a midway, concerts, Junior Rodeo and Bull Riding.  Come join us!  ICA Rodeo will be held on July 25th and 26th...mark your calendars!