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.

Volunteers recognized for monitoring local streams

The University of Wisconsin-Madison Division of Extension and the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources are pleased to announce the recipients of the 2020 Wisconsin Volunteer Stream Monitoring Awards.

Extension staff, First Book Representatives at the Dane County Jail

The Literacy Link Awarded $21,000 for New Books by Nonprofit First Book

UW—Madison Division of Extension’s The Literacy Link is the recipient of a $21,000 award for new, high-quality books. The award from the nonprofit First Book, will expand The Literacy Link’s mission to bring evidence-informed literacy and learning opportunities to young children who have a parent or caregiver involved in local correctional systems.

Managing COVID-19 Instigated Risk on the Dairy Farm – Be Optimistic, But Plan

Many in the dairy industry may face tough conversations in the year ahead. COVID-19 is an enemy that struck with little warning and no one really knows where this is all headed for the world, the nation or the dairy industry, but an almost certain outcome is that the hoped-for recovery of prices and profitability may have to wait another year.

Stay at Home Tips for coping with the COVID-19 emergency

University of Wisconsin-Madison Extension Specialists and Educators have created Stay at Home Tips on a wide range of topics during the COVID-19 emergency.

SWIGG Study Update – Identifying Sources of Fecal Contamination in Private Wells in Lafayette, Grant, and Iowa Counties

The Southwest Wisconsin Groundwater and Geology Study of Grant, Iowa, and Lafayette Counties is halfway through its second phase to identify fecal sources of contamination in private wells. The study began in late 2018 with the goal of assessing the quality of drinking water sources from private wells in southwest Wisconsin and determining the probable sources of any contamination found.

4-H Youth Leaders Read to Young Children

4-H youth across the state are finding ways to stay involved and help others during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Resource guide for licensed food cart and truck vendors available

The City of Madison and the University of Wisconsin-Madison Division of Extension have collaborated to fill an urgent need for food cart and truck vendors during the COVID-19 emergency: trusted guidelines for how to navigate business during this time.

UW-Madison to host discussions for non-profits adjusting to the COVID-19 emergency

Organization leaders will identify needs, challenges and strategies to move forward during the COVID-19 emergency.