Badger Crop Connect topics for summer webinars announced

The Badger Crop Connect Webinar series provides farmers, agronomists, and crop consultants with timely crops and soils information. Webinars feature UW-Madison Division of Extension experts. Tune in on Wednesdays from 12:30 pm – 1:30 pm virtually via Zoom. Certified Crop Advisors can earn 1 CEU per webinar. Register at: https://go.wisc.edu/bccsummer22 Topics and speakers for summer […]

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Local 4-H Youth Lead Projects to Make a Positive Impact in Wisconsin

The 4-H Lead to Change experience prepares youth to address agricultural challenges in their community In a rapidly changing world where the supply chain and global production of food face new challenges, it’s critical we cultivate the next generation of leaders in the agriculture industry. These young champions will be the ones who fuel the […]

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Ag educators recognized by Wisconsin Association of County Agricultural Agents

Contact Matt Lippert, WACAA Public Relations Committee Chair, Contact: Matt Lippert, matthew.lippert@wisc.edu The Wisconsin Association of County Agricultural Agents (WACAA) recently recognized several members during their annual awards and recognition program. An affiliate of the National Association of County Agricultural Agents (NACAA), WACAA is a professional organization for county, area, and state Extension professionals to […]

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Extension Innovation Grants Prompt Community Collaboration on Food Systems, Water Quality, Accessibility, and Outreach

UW-Madison Extension awarded funding to 13 projects aimed at bringing innovative ideas to its outreach and education mission. Extension annually solicits proposals for new efforts around educational engagement, community-informed research, and practical guidance. Extension’s place-based educators across Wisconsin and specialists at UW-Madison and other UW campuses conduct needs assessments, work with local partnering organizations, and […]

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Gardeners wanted for survey of aquatic invasive species

UW-Madison Extension’s Aquatic Invasive Species Program and the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources are conducting a survey for gardeners to share their awareness and knowledge of aquatic invasive species outreach to gardeners. This survey will help Extension determine programming priorities. Gardeners outside of Wisconsin are also welcome to provide feedback. Results will be shared with […]

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Stream Monitoring Awards honors three Wisconsin volunteers

UW–Madison Extension and the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources are pleased to announce the recipients of the 2021 Wisconsin Volunteer Stream Monitoring Awards. These awards recognize individuals and groups for their exemplary efforts in stream monitoring and water-quality related activities, support of stream stewardship, and a commitment to developing partnerships and sharing their skills and […]

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