RCE of Somerset County

Somerset 4-H county fair tents from a bird's eye view.

The Rutgers Cooperative Extension of Somerset County office is officially reopened to the public as of June 15th, 2021. We kindly ask that members of the public visiting our office please continue to wear a mask while inside for the safety of both county employees and other visitors. Both RCE in-person events and classes are allowed with health and safety protocols in place. Additionally, we will continue to provide virtual learning and meeting opportunities. For information on Coronavirus within Somerset County, NJ, please visit the Somerset County Coronavirus Diseases Resource Center.

For additional information, please contact our office.

Rutgers Cooperative Extension is focused on building strong connections within our community that help empower our youth, foster healthy families, and grow rich environments for our agriculture and natural resources. We aim to improve the quality of life for all residents by addressing emerging issues with modern solutions related to agriculture, food, natural resources, environment, public health, and youth development. All of which is accomplished through the hard work of faculty, staff, and volunteers from 4‑H Youth Development, Family & Community Health Sciences, and Agriculture and Natural Resources.

Featured Programs

Somerset County 4-H Virtual Events

Various Dates

Join Somerset County 4-H for some engaging and educational online events throughout 2021! Focused on youth based activities and programs that help keep kids stay active and social at home, this is the perfect time to join Somerset County 4-H and get involved in your local community.

Feed a Family Virtual 5K & Walk

Throughout June 2021

Family and Community Health Sciences and Rutgers Against Hunger are teaming up to raise funds that will help stock local food pantries with healthy, nutritious foods and help families learn easy, tasty ways to use that food. Get involved today and help support your local community!

Free Lawn & Garden Helpline

Available Year-round

The trained experts of the Rutgers Master Gardeners are here to help you with your lawn and garden questions! They are available for free, year round via their email at rcemastergardener@co.somerset.nj.us.

Upcoming Events

Find More Events on the NJAES Calendar

Contact Information

4‑H Youth Development Lisa Rothenburger (rothenburger@njaes.rutgers.edu), Carol Ward (ward@njaes.rutgers.edu)
Family & Community Health Sciences Daryl Minch (minch@njaes.rutgers.edu)
Agriculture & Natural Resources Nick Polanin (polanin@njaes.rutgers.edu), Marilyn Cubano (cubano@co.somerset.nj.us)