MSU Extension

Adam Kantrovich, County Extension Director
12220 Fillmore Street, Suite 122
West Olive, Mi 49460
Phone: (616) 994-4580
Fax: (616) 994-4579
Office E-mail: msue70@msu.edu

Ottawa County MSU Extension Website

Office Hours

Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM

Mission Statement

Helping people improve their lives through an educational process that applies knowledge to critical needs, issues and opportunities.

Department Overview

The basic function of Ottawa County MSU Extension is to disseminate and encourage the application of research-generated knowledge and leadership techniques to individuals, families, youth and communities. Extension responds to local needs through a unique partnership of county, state, and federal resources. Information is extended to all Ottawa County residents through MSU's non-formal education systems, which assist people to make better decisions about issues that affect their lives.

Ottawa County MSU Extension offers educational programs in the following general program areas:

  • Agriculture and Natural Resources
  • Children, Youth & Families
  • Community & Economic Development

Popular programs include the 4-H Youth Program, Sea Grant, the Master Gardener Program, the Citizen Planner Program, the Family Nutrition Program, the Journey Youth Mentoring Program and the Ag in the Classroom Program as well as many other programs designed for specific audiences.

Staff Directory

Forms/Publications

MSU Extension bulletins as well as many publications from the USDA and various governmental agencies and educational resources are available.

Ottawa County Plat Books are produced by the Ottawa County Geographic Information Systems Department. A portion of the proceeds from each plat book goes to Ottawa County 4-H. Plat books are available at the Ottawa IT/GIS Department for $25.00.

Miscellaneous Services

  • Soil Tests
  • Plant and Insect Diagnostics
  • Master Gardener Helpline

For more information on programs and services offered and a current calendar of events, please visit us on the web at www.msue.msu.edu/ottawa.