Extension Fond du Lac County

This month, Community Development Educator Andy Wilson has focused heavily on strengthening understanding of Fond du Lac County’s nonprofit sector, particularly the smaller organizations that often operate with limited staff, funding, and administrative capacity. In partnership with Sophia Partners and the Fond du Lac Area Foundation, a new nonprofit needs survey was recently launched to […]

Timely ingestion of high-quality colostrum transfers critical immunoglobulins to newborn calves, protecting them during the early immune development phase. Absorption efficiency rapidly declines after four hours of life, with all absorption ending by 24 hours. High bacterial contamination in equipment or udders blocks immunoglobulin uptake and introduces infectious agents to the calf. Establishing strict colostrum […]

Money worries often show up in conversations about housing, employment, food security, family stress, and overall well-being. Yet many helping professionals report feeling uncertain about how to begin discussions about finances with the individuals and families they serve. The University of Wisconsin–Madison Division of Extension’s Encouraging Financial Conversations (EFC) training was developed to address that […]

National 4-H Week, celebrated October 4-10, 2026, recognizes the impact of 4-H on youth, families, volunteers, and communities nationwide. This year’s theme, “Beyond Ready,” highlights how 4-H prepares young people to thrive in a changing world through hands-on learning, leadership development, and mentorship. With more than 80 project areas spanning science, agriculture, health, civic engagement, […]