Our Team
Rooted in Community
Our 500+ faculty and staff come from all walks of life and many academic disciplines all serving with a common goal: Giving people the tools they need to face their biggest challenges.
Cooperative Extension works to improve lives, communities and the economy through a statewide network of knowledgeable faculty and staff. We have offices in all 15 Arizona counties and serve 22 federally recognized tribes. Our team is deeply rooted in the communities we serve, meaning your priorities are our priorities.
Cooperative Extension Leadership
Edward C. Martin
Associate Vice-President and Director, Cooperative Extension
Ed Martin, Ph.D., has been serving our state for more than two decades as a University of Arizona faculty member, Extension specialist and county- and state-level administrator.
Martin leads our 500+ team members and plays a pivotal role in collaborating with our scores of partners. With a strong focus on water and a background in irrigation research, he aligns with Arizona's most pressing concerns and ensures that Extension remains agile to adapt to evolving community needs.
Experts Near You
We have offices in all 15 Arizona and serve 22 federally recognized Native American tribes, connecting the people of our state to university research and resources. Our experts live and work in the cities and towns we serve, allowing us to do what we do best - respond to local needs.
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We have more than 100 experts in early childhood development, environmental science, agriculture, home gardening, financial management, chickens, weeds, fruit trees, irrigation and much more. Click below to connect with someone who can answer your questions.
Directory
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