There has been major increases of tar spot disease in several area corn fields. Tar spot does very well in cool humid conditions, this is why several corn fields in the area have rapidly begun turning brown about 2 to 4 weeks early.
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Join us! We are seeking additional members of our Farmer Wellness Advisory Coalitions (FWAC). FWAC members utilize their local expertise regarding the assets and needs that exist in their communities to help plan, guide, and implement regional training, education, and community building strategies.
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New Bumper Crops Videos Click the link above and you will find the following videos: White Mold on Soybean – Tar Spot on Corn – Planting Winter Rye after Corn Silage: Managing for Forage
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With the help of parents, advisors, veterinarians and peers, youth livestock exhibitors can practice a few basic steps to prevent illness in their prize animals. (Photo by Todd Johnson, OSU Agricultural Communications Services)
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ASF ACTION WEEK WEBINAR SCHEDULE – available here…..
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BQA CERTIFICATION REGISTRATION – Information has been released for the upcoming BQA recertification training. The producer can decide the location, date, and time which works best for them. If the schedule does not work for them, they may complete the training online. Registration is required seven days prior to the selected event.
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WASHINGTON, August 3, 2020 —August is the most critical time of year to spot the Asian longhorned beetle (ALB) as adult activity peaks. That’s why the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is declaring August as “Tree Check Month” for this invasive pest. Checking trees for the beetle and the damage it causes is how residents can help USDA and its partners eliminate the beetle from the United States, and protect more trees…..
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Fathers play a critical role in their child’s growth and development. Father involvement is important. For example, the relationship between a father and a child has a deep impact on children’s healthy development in language, thinking, physical, and social–emotional learning.
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The Great River Graziers and Kickapoo Grazing Initiative are releasing the 2021 Pasture Walk Schedule for May through October 2021. We’re partnering with Grassworks, Inc and many of our walks will feature operations that are involved with the USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service EQIP program. This year’s walks feature some of our long-time graziers updating us on new projects as well as several new operations that are just beginning to graze dairy or beef cattle. Pasture walks are free to the public.
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Extension is proud to be facilitating the Wisconsin Child Care Business Initiative – a business development opportunity for childcare providers with support from Wisconsin Early Childhood Association and Wisconsin Small Business Development Center. Wisconsin Child Care Business Initiative includes workshops on essential topics, individual planning with professional business consultants, and networking with presenters and classmates.
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Consider joining the fun and innovative upcoming Aging Mastery Program® (AMP)! AMP empowers participants to embrace their gift of longevity by spending more time each day doing things that are good for themselves and for others. The program encourages mastery—developing sustainable behaviors across many dimensions that lead to improved health, stronger economic security, enhanced well-being, […]
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As any farmer or rancher can tell you, farm life can be demanding and stressful. It’s reaching a critical stage with coronavirus impacts on top of trade wars, natural disasters, depressed commodity prices, labor shortages and other factors. Given these ongoing challenges, it’s no surprise that more farmers and farm families are experiencing stress and mental health issues.
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Just in time for the 2021 growing season, UW Extension in cooperation with the USDA National Ag Statistics Service and the Wisconsin Department of Agriculture Trade and Consumer Protection has released updated Custom Rate Survey Results.
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We are now reaching out for volunteer hosts for our 2021 Pasture Walk Season.
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Need information regarding bees? Bee pests and diseases? Wisconsin Department of Agricultures, Trade and Consumer Protection has excellent resources for you to get the answers you may be looking for…
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Agriculture is a vital part of the economy in nearly every Wisconsin county, whether urban or rural. Family-owned farms, food processors and agriculture-related businesses generate thousands of jobs and millions of dollars of economic activity while contributing to local income and tax revenues. The economic impact varies from county to county as do the commodities.
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The University of Minnesota and University of Wisconsin-Madison Want to Hear From You
Thank you for participating in the December AURI Connects: Webinar Wednesday on the Impacts of COVID-19 on Minnesota’s Food and Ag Supply Chain.
The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) has announced that the State of Wisconsin will be giving certification extensions for those certifications that have expired.
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Crawford County’s Cake & Clothing Revue and Chopped Challenge will be held on July 29th at Century Hall. Entries are due by July 22nd. To Register visit https://go.wisc.edu/151q6w or call 608-326-0228 or email amy.mitchell@wisc.edu or stephanie.mezera@wisc.edu
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To register visit https://go.wisc.edu/98drm2, email Amy Mitchell or call 608-326-0228. Camp cost $8.00 which includes a 4-H shirt!
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