Grant-writing workshops for farmers scheduled for July

Learn grant-writing basics for farmers, including how to design a sound project, when applying for a grant does or does not make sense, and how to find potential funding sources in a 3-part series of webinars on grant programs for farmers.

Wisconsin agriculture adds to local economy

Agriculture plays a vital part of the economy in nearly every Wisconsin county, whether urban or rural, contributing both jobs and income. 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.

Spring lawn care tips

Doug Soldat provides tips for preparing your lawn for the summer.

Farms reminded that they may need to pay sick leave under new law

As the state opens up and the risk of COVID-19 remains, the likelihood that farms are affected continues. Farms with employees are reminded that under the Families First Coronavirus Recovery Act (FFCRA), they may be required to pay sick leave to employees affected by COVID-19.

Staying Safe in the Cab During the COVID-19 Pandemic

With the COVID-19 dominating news cycles everywhere on the planet, there are a few questions that have come up for minimizing risk for those who operate farm tractors, trucks, and other enclosed ag equipment—especially when the same machine is being operated over the course of a day or work week by multiple people. Here are some things you can you to reduce the level of risk that exists by sharing equipment.

Extension offers crop update webinars throughout growing season

Agronomists, crop consultants and farmers can get timely crop updates from University of Wisconsin-Madison Extension experts by joining bi-weekly Badger Crop Connect webinars beginning May 20.

Webinar addresses what farmers need to know about PPP and EIDL

Join the Wisconsin Small Business Development Center (WSBDC) and the University of Wisconsin-Madison Division of Extension for a webinar about the Small Business Administration’s (SBA) business support programs in response to the COVID-19 pandemic and its effects on small businesses. The webinar is scheduled for Tuesday, May 12, 2020 at 2 p.m.

Heart of the Farm – Women in Agriculture online ‘Coffee Chats’ scheduled for May and June

University of Wisconsin-Madison Division of Extension’s Heart of the Farm-Women in Agriculture program will host a new online ‘Coffee Chats’ series in various locations, times and dates across the state starting May 12, 2020.

Dr. Karl Martin selected as permanent Extension dean

Heart of the Farm – Women in Agriculture introduces online ‘Coffee Chat’ series

University of Wisconsin-Madison Division of Extension’s Heart of the Farm-Women in Agriculture program will host a statewide ZOOM conference to introduce a new online ‘Coffee Chats’ series on May 8, 2020.