Our Programs

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4-H Youth Development

Gives young people hands-on experiences to develop an understanding of themselves and the world.

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Agriculture

If it happens on a farm or in a field, the Extension Institute of Agriculture works with you to achieve better results.

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Community Development

Offers educational programming to assist leaders, communities, and organizations realize their fullest potential.

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FoodWIse and Health and Well-Being

Offers educational programming to assist leaders, communities, and organizations realize their fullest potential.

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Human Development and Relationships

Provides tools Wisconsinites need to thrive as well-rounded, capable individuals and families.

Latest News

4-H Family Learning Day Seeks Youth and Adult Presenters

4-H Family Learning Day Seeks Youth and Adult Presenters

Tracy Keifenheim, 4-H Program Educator Do you know how to do simple car maintenance, crochet/knit, or sand and paint a piece of wood? Have you ever decorated a cake, grown vegetables, or created scale models of trains/cars? Would you be interested in learning with youth how to build a rocket, how to work with animals, […]

How to Prepare for the Holidays Without Feeling Like Scrooge

How to Prepare for the Holidays Without Feeling Like Scrooge

Inflation, widespread tariffs and the price uncertainty of items seem to be on everyone’s minds lately. Stress levels are high due to the impact that inflation has on groceries, fuel, heating costs and credit card interest rates. This depressing news is making people feel that they have little control of their finances. As we enter […]

NOPP Applications Open for 2026: Conduct nitrogen management research on your farm

NOPP Applications Open for 2026: Conduct nitrogen management research on your farm

The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection announces the release of the Nitrogen Optimization Pilot Program Request for Proposals for 2026. In addition to nitrogen rate trials, this year’s RFP includes new opportunities for first-time applicants to explore nitrogen management on their farm using simplified research approaches. NOPP staff from DATCP and UW […]

Nonprofit Fund Development Workshop

Nonprofit Fund Development Workshop

Are you new to the world of nonprofit fundraising? Join us and learn the basics at Extension’s free Nonprofit Financial Development Workshop hosted by Extension and CLA on Thursday, November 13. This workshop is designed to help new nonprofits and people new to nonprofits develop the tools and strategies needed to thrive in today’s competitive […]

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Our Office

UW-Madison Division of Extension
Fond du Lac County
160 South Macy St, 2nd Floor
Fond du Lac, WI 54935

Phone: (920) 906-4620
Fax: (920) 906-4638
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Hours: M-F 8am – 4:30pm

The office is closed all major holidays and the day after Thanksgiving.

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