“Agriculture works hard for Crawford County every day. 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.” For Agriculture statistics read 2014 Crawford County Ag Impact (PDF 2pages)
Agriculture and Natural Resources ANRE (PDF 2 pages – you may have to rotate for easy viewing)
Crawford County UW-Extension Private Pesticide Applicator Training (PAT) 2019 Training Dates will be presented when dates are determined.
However, you may take the TEST ONLY at our office by calling 608-326-0223.
Please check back late December 2018 or early 2018 for the date of the next scheduled PAT session.
You can also contact the Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection through the PAT Store website – Test-Only
The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade, and Consumer Protection now requires photo identification at all training and testing sessions.
If you have questions call the Extension office 608-326-0223.
Field Pesticide Application Techniques in Wisconsin (8 page PDF)
2016 Agriculture Assessment Guide for WI Property Owners
Assessment guide – Department of Revenue publication Prop 061 (R. 1-16) (PDF 38 pages)
Waterhemp Resistant Herbicide Sampling
The University of Illinois Plant Clinic is offering molecular screening of waterhemp populations for herbicide resistance this growing season. Protocol developed by Dr. P. Tranel supported by ISA and Pioneer, now being offered through the Plant Clinic. They will test for Glyphosate resistance and PPO inhibitor resistance. This flyer provides you with contact, cost and additional information. You can use this form to submit your sample. (Flyer and Form are 1 page PDF documents.)
Fences in Agriculture areas
- This Local Government Center UW-Extension Fences in Agriculture Areas (PDF Fact Sheet 7 pages) deals with fencing in agricultural areas, as covered by ch. 90 of the Wisconsin Statues. and this UW-Extension Wisconsin Fence Law 1-page PDF document provides information regarding building and maintaining fences. “
Health Insurance Opportunity for Farmers and Agribusinesses
Links of Interest and FAQs
♦ Small Farm Resources
♦ Wisconsin Run Off Rules
♦ WI Department of Natural Resources DNR
♦ 2014 Wisconsin Agriculture Statistics (PDF 68 pages) Check out Page 43 for interesting Dairy Numbers
♦ 2012 USDA Agriculture Profile of Wisconsin and Wisconsin Counties
♦ USDA – Animal Surveillance – BSE or Mad Cow Disease
♦ Extension responds to drought and lawns
♦ Agriculture and Health Safety
♦ Bienniel Thistles Canada Thistle Management in Pastures Control of Canada Thistle
♦ Control of Canada Thistle and Standard CRP Thistle Information (Purdue – PDF)
♦ Invasive Plants of Wisconsin – University of Wisconsin Weed Science
♦ FDA website
♦ Real Raw Milk Facts
♦ Food, Safety and Raw Milk
♦ Horticulture and horticultural links of interest – including: Gypsy Moth, Emerald Ash Borer,
00Environmental Education for Kids (learn about critters), etc.
♦ Use Value Assessment Common Questions
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Organic Farming
The Midwest Organic and Sustainable Education Service (MOSES) serves farmers striving to produce high-quality, healthful food using organic and sustainable techniques. These farmers produce more than just food; they support thriving ecosystems and vibrant rural communities. You’ll find more information about MOSES on their website or call them at 715-778-5775.
Cattle Watering – Spring Development and Protection Water Quality
AGRI-FACTS – Spring Development
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If you have any questions regarding Agriculture in Crawford County call 608-326-0223.
