The Matanuska-Susitna/Copper River District Cooperative Extension Service Palmer office is part of the public service educational branch of the University of Alaska Fairbanks. Extension takes scientific information from the University and helps Alaskans apply that knowledge at home and on the job.

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Please visit our calendar for a full schedule of events.

Are you are interested in any of our classes?  Or don't see a class offered? Sign up on our interest list and let us know what class(es) you're interested in or would like to see offered.  We will add your name to our E-mailing list and will periodically send out notices of upcoming classes and events in the Mat-Su/Copper River District Area.  See the Courses Offered section below for further details on classes we offer.

The conference will be held, Feb. 21–22 at the Palmer Community Center (train depot). Presenters will provide research and practical information for vegetable and fruit farmers. Topics will include potatoes, integrated pest management, pesticides, Rhodiola rosea and the Alaska Farmers Market Food Stamp Pilot Project.

The conference agenda is now available. Attendees can register and pay with credit cards online here or download the registration form and return it with payment.

We now have an online signup form for those interested in attending a future Master Gardener Class in a Matsu/Copper River District Location.  Click here if you would like to add your name and contact information to the list.

Our agent will review your soil test results and provide advise on how best to correct soil nutrient deficiencies.   For further details on where and how to get your soil tested, click here.

Are you interested in cavies, rabbits, turkeys, chickens and/or ducks as a project?  Then you will want to attend one, two or all of these *free* small stock workshops in March!  Topics to include:  general health knowledge, housing/feeding, breeding/recordsand prep for show/showmanship.  Please RSVP 745-3551 to reserve your seat and get directions!

Pie Crust

Come learn the science and practice the art of making a flaky pie crust.
March 24, 2012, 10 a.m. – Noon
Cost $10

Sourdough
Alaskan pioneers kept their sourdough warm and fed, ready to use for biscuits, hotcakes and other staples.  Come explore feeding and using sourdough.
March 24, 2012, 1-3 p.m.
Cost $10

Classes held at: UAF Cooperative Extension Service office, 809 S Chugach St, Ste #2, Palmer, AK 99645

Registration required, e-mail: matsu.ces@alaska.edu or call 745-3360.