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Welcome to Benton-Franklin County Extension

County Programs

Learn From The Experts

Our local programs include agriculture and natural resources, 4-H youth development, gardening and community horticulture, and food safety and preservation. In addition, Washington State University provides a broad range of consumer publications (link), online educational opportunities, and other statewide educational programs and technical assistance from four research and extension centers and 11 colleges.

Bee Swarm Help is Available

If you find a bee swarm please don't harm them. Contact the Mid-Columbia Beekeepers Association immediately for swarm removal in your area. They can also help answer all of your bee related questions!

News & Events

Tasty Tomatoes class - tomatoes growing on vine

2023 Garden Classes & Events

These free events are hosted by local WSU Master Gardener volunteers to educate and inspire our community. Whether you are a seasoned gardener or brand new to the idea of growing, there’s always something to learn or experiences to share to help each other along. We hope you’ll join us!
Master Gardener Program 50 Year Anniversary Celebration, 1973 - 2023

50 years of service to our communities

It all began at Washington State University A grassroots, sociologic movement that started at Washington State University in 1973 and was emulated across the United States and into Canada and South Korea, the Master Gardener Program is WSU Extension’s flagship volunteer program. Learn more about the history of the WSU Extension Master Gardener Program.
Free Pressure Gauge Testing. Call 509-735-3551 to schedule your appointment.

Free Pressure Gauge Testing

The long winter is finally gone, temperatures are rising, and the garden is being planted. Now is the perfect time to ensure your pressure canner is working properly, before harvesting begins! The USDA recommends pressure canners with dial gauges be tested annually. Why? Testing the gauge tells you whether your gauge is working properly. An accurate gauge is necessary to make sure your home canned foods are safe.

Locations

We have Regional Extension Specialists and staff in three locations throughout Benton and Franklin counties.

Benton County

7102 W. Okanogan Place, Suite 102
Kennewick, WA 99336
(509) 735-3551
Email
Open Monday – Friday
8:00am – 4:00pm

Specializing in:

  • Gardening & Master Gardeners
  • Food Preservation & Master Food Preservers
  • Animal Science

Benton County

620 Market Street
Prosser, WA 99350-1320
(509) 786-5609
Email
Open Tuesday – Thursday
8:30am – 4:30pm

Specializing in:

  • Commercial Tree Fruit
  • Sprayer Technology
  • Grapes
  • Small Fruit

Franklin County

404 W. Clark
Pasco, WA 99301
(509) 545-3511
Email
Open Monday – Friday
8:30am – 5:00pm

Specializing in:

  • 4-H
  • Family
  • Forage
  • Commercial Vegetables

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