Mr. Milan Rewerts served Colorado agriculture through a career in with CSU Cooperative Extension that spanned more than four decades. He assisted Colorado State University achieve it's land grant mission in providing education about agriculture to consumers, producers, and families as well as maintaining a vibrant 4-H program for the youth of Colorado under his leadership as Director of CSU Extension. He maintained that Cooperative Extension should always provide excellent, relevant educational programs of social and economic importance to all Coloradoans. He was actively involved with a diverse group of agricultural, consumer, and youth organizations throughout his career. His innovative leadership and strong commitment to communication and teamwork among all Extension Specialists, County Commissioners, and administration at CSU led to his recognition as the outstanding Extension Director across the United States.