University of Wisconsin-Madison
Agriculture With over 59,000 dairy cows in Fond du Lac county, ensuring high-quality forage production is critical to sustaining milk production and farm profitability. Helping growers meet forage quality goals for their farm means lower outside feed costs, healthier cows and improved sustainability of that farm. Furthermore, given the key role Spanish-speaking workers play, providing […]
Diana is learning about best practices when working with young people who have disabilities. Here are some guidelines you may be able to use in your work, family, and volunteering time. Disabilities can be visible or invisible, related to sensory experiences (ex: autism), mental health (ex: anxiety), physical functioning (ex: blind), or intellectual functioning (ex: […]
Shared from Washington County 4-H On November 5, 2025, thirty-three 4-H members from Washington, Ozaukee, and Fond du Lac Counties traveled to UW–Madison for the annual Tri-County Science Expedition. This hands-on STEM adventure brings youth directly into university research spaces, giving them a chance to explore real science, meet experts, and envision themselves in future […]
Undercooked holiday dishes can carry foodborne risks. Using a thermometer is the safest way to confirm doneness. Turkey, stuffing, and casseroles should reach 165°F throughout. For help with cooking charts or reheating visit go.wisc.edu/answerline or call 1-866-540-4636. UW-Madison Extension has partnered with Iowa State University Extension and Outreach’s AnswerLine to give Wisconsin residents access to […]
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, or how to make balloon […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
When can I start to let my child stay home alone? How old should my child be? How long can I leave my child home alone? If you’ve been thinking about these questions since the new school year started, you are not alone. Many parents ask these questions when their child seems too old for […]
National 4-H Week is the first full week in October, during which millions of youth, parents, volunteers, and alumni across the country celebrate everything 4-H. Area 4-H clubs observed National 4-H Week this year by showcasing the incredible experiences that 4-H offers young people and highlighting the remarkable 4-H youth in our community who work […]
