Extension’s Badger Crop Connect begins it’s 2021 season in March

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

Wisconsin Water Week features virtual, interactive sessions

Wisconsin Water Week provides attendees with the opportunity to learn from respected experts, engage in discussion sessions and interactive workshops, and enhance their network of water-focused professionals.

2021 ARC and PLC signup: recommendations for Wisconsin farmers

As part of the 2018 Farm Bill, each year farmers can make a decision with regard to the commodity support programs ARC (Agriculture Risk Coverage) and PLC (Price Loss Coverage). For the 2021 crop year, sign up is currently ongoing, with the March 15, 2021 deadline rapidly approaching.

Extension Farm Management Fridays webinars focus on preparing for transitions

UW-Madison Extension Farm Management Fridays webinars will focus on preparing for farm business transitions by using strategic business decisions that can have a significant impact on successfully meeting goals that may include guarding equity and determining appropriate transfers through inheritance.

Extension webinars provide information for beef producers and sheep producers

UW-Madison Extension webinars provide information about mineral and vitamin nutrition for beef cattle, and how to prepare for the upcoming lamb crop.

UW-Madison Division of Extension presents the Wisconsin Rural Economic Summit

The University of Wisconsin-Madison Division of Extension is partnering with the UW-Madison Department of Agricultural and Applied Economics, the Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation and Wisconsin Rural Partners to provide a virtual summit addressing historical and current trends in the Wisconsin rural economy. Join us as we present the latest research and data specific to Wisconsin’s […]

UW-Madison Extension presents comparison of farm succession strategies for farm succession professionals

The University of Wisconsin-Madison Division of Extension is partnering with the Wisconsin Farm Succession Professionals Network (WiFSPN) to present a webinar that compares the success of farm succession strategies. This session will present the research and offer practical steps forward for farm families and their consulting professionals as they begin the succession planning process.

Extension Farm Management Fridays webinar series begins January 8, 2021

As the new year approaches, many people tend to re-evaluate their financial situation and decide if or how they need to make changes. This holds true for farm businesses, also. The University of Wisconsin-Madison Extension is hosting a series of webinars for farmers and agribusinesses to improve business profitability and lifestyles through informed decision-making. Farm Management Fridays webinars are a part of Extension’s Farm Ready Research winter programming for farmers and ag professionals.

A woman wearing a protective face mask standing in front of a tractor that holds recently harvested potatoes.

Managing a farm during COVID-19 – resources for farm employers and employees

The COVID-19 pandemic has become much more serious and has brought the need for business health, safety and continuity planning to the forefront. UW-Madison Extension provides resources for farm employers to communicate with employees and family members regarding plans to keep them safe, healthy, and working.

End of Year Considerations and 2020 Tax Planning for Farmers

As 2020 approaches an end, cash basis farmers may need to seek trusted advice for year-end considerations. Various financial factors contributed to a year that saw many challenges including a world-wide pandemic. Farmers have several tools available to assist with managing their tax liability, however some of these tools need to be taken advantage of prior to December 31, 2020.