History of MG Program in OR 1914 Smith-Lever Act Formalizes Extension Partnership between USDA, land grant universities and counties 1911 Extension Service formed at Oregon Agricultural College Mission: Educate communities on practical applications of research-based knowledge 1976 Master Gardener Program established in Oregon Started in response to funding cuts and high demand for gardening information by the general public 1985 Oregon Master Gardeners Association Formed Created principally to support and supplement OSU’s Master Gardener Program across the state

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And our mission is: Educate the public in sustainable gardening using objective research-based information Non-profit organizations in partnership with OSU Extension

Mission Requires Many Agents The Desk and Clinic Tables are a very important part of the program and there are many other ways to be involved and contribute Everyone’s skills and interests are needed Much more than a club! A great way to learn, have fun and be a part of achieving our mission