Extension Fond du Lac County

The annual 4-H Cloverbud Pumpkin Contest was held on Saturday, October 10, at Fond du Lac County Campus. Cloverbud members, 4-H youth in grades kindergarten through second, were able to enter a pumpkin in the contest. The morning of Teen Leaders and a few volunteers helped weigh, measure, and judge the pumpkins. While pumpkins were […]

Community Development has continued building relationships with organizations throughout Fond du Lac County to better understand community needs and identify opportunities for collaboration. Recent conversations with Holy Land Food Pantry explored ways to reach residents who face barriers to accessing food assistance, particularly homebound individuals and those with limited transportation, as well as to provide […]

If there were a fire, theft, or other unexpected events in your rental home, could you afford to replace your belongings out of pocket? Many renters may assume their landlord’s insurance protects their personal property, but renters insurance serves a different purpose. Before choosing a policy, it’s helpful to understand the coverage available, the costs […]

Culled dairy animals are often overlooked as a potential source of income or a high-quality beef product. However, dairy cows contribute roughly 10% of the U.S beef production and 10-20% of a dairy farm’s income. Dairy farms may have opportunities to increase income for their operation through cull cow management and marketing. Learn more here.