Learn about tips for food safety, meal prepping, and holiday cooking
Garden resources which includes trees, turf, insects and other related topics
Check out our 4-H youth programs, enroll in clubs and discover the latest news
Information to assist you with your livestock and crops
Listen here for our radio recordings that discuss upcoming events, information and helpful tips
Explore more information about aging healthy, staying active and navigating finances
Community development centers around addressing human needs, natural environment, economic development, and more!
Click here to discover more information about air, agriculture, water quality, fuel, and more.
Our Products and Services
At K-State Frontier Extension, we provide a wide range of agricultural products and services. That includes soil testing, hay testing, soil probes, forage probes, and more to help you.
Click below to explore all of our services and let us help you support your operations!
Receive K-State Research and Extension information through two broadcasts: Agriculture Today (daily) and Sound Living (weekly). Each program features K-State Research and Extension specialists, programs, research, and more. Find details about broadcasts, recordings, and podcasts here. Valuable information for you in an audio format!
Read the Frontier District's 2025 Annual Report. We look forward to working with you and serving you in 2026!
2025 Outgoing Board Member Recognition
Since the formation of the Frontier District in 2010, both Peggy Tucker and Jarred Sterling have exemplified extraordinary leadership and unwavering dedication to the governing board. Both Peggy Tucker and Jarred Sterling previously served on their respective county Extension Councils and were appointed by the county commissioners to serve a three-year term on the district board. They will continue to serve until December 9, which will be their last district board meeting.
Peggy represents Osage County and has served as chair, vice chair, and secretary of the board, as well as on the Family and Consumer Science Program Development Committee. Jarred represents Franklin County and has served as treasurer for the past 11 years and is a member of the Community Vitality Program Development Committee. Peggy and Jarred have established the very foundation of this board, shaping its success by being progressive yet grounded in the values of service, stewardship, and community.
Joel Sprague has served on the board since 2014, when Anderson County joined the district. Joel has served as vice chair, chair, and is a member of the 4-H Youth Development Program Development Committee. Joel also served on the State Extension Advisory Council for one three-year term.
Doug Shoup represents Osage County has served on the board the past four years. Doug brings a unique perspective as a former Extension area agronomist for Southeast Kansas. Joel serves on the Agriculture and Natural Resources Program Development Committee.
All Frontier District Offices
Open
8:00 am-noon and 1:00-5:00 pm
Closed
noon-1:00 pm for lunch
Ottawa Office
County Annex Building
1418 S. Main, Suite 2
Ottawa, KS 66067
785-229-3520
785-229-3527 fax
Lyndon Office
128 W. 15th
PO Box 400
Lyndon, KS 66451
785-828-4438
785-828-3427 fax
Garnett Office
411 S. Oak
PO Box 423
Garnett, KS 66032
785-448-6826
785-448-6153 fax