ISU Extension serves the people of Iowa through six program areas- Agriculture & Natural Resources, Business & Industry, Communities, Families, 4-H Youth Development, and Continuing Education. The 2008 Stakeholder's Report highlights some of the activities in Clayton County.

Extension Council members are elected by the voters of Clayton County to serve four year terms.  They oversee the planning, preparation, marketing and delivery of the extension educational programs in the county.  Every county in Iowa has an extension council.  Extension Councils provide, through a unique partnership with Iowa State University and other federal and state organizations, research-based, unbiased information and education to help county citizens make better decisions.