Meadowlark Extension Master Gardener Program
The Meadowlark District Extension Master Gardener (EMG) Program is a volunteer organization designed to provide the public with research-based horticultural information.
EMG's come from all walks of life but their common bond is a love of gardening and sharing information throughout the community. EMG's receive a basic training in the disciplines of horticulture. Training consists of 40 to 50 hours of instruction in all aspects of horticulture.
EMG's then volunteer in projects to help Extension promote its educational mission. Volunteers are involved statewide with a variety of community education projects such as:
- Demonstration gardens
- Classes at community gardens
- Gardening information at farmer's markets
- Youth garden education in schools
- Local garden tours
Our current training schedule can be found here.
Interested? Join Our List for Fall 2025
Applications for Fall 2024 are now closed. If you are interested in joining us next year, email lauraphillips@ksu.edu to join our list for 2025 and get updates about applications for 2025. If you have any questions or concerns about the Meadowlark EMG Program or the application, please contact Laura Phillips at the above email or 785-230-4028 (call/text).
Click here to learn more about K-State's EMG curriculum and statewide EMG efforts.