University of Wisconsin-Madison
Need your pressure canner tested for the upcoming food preservation season? Pressure Canner testing is available Monday through Thursday during office hours. Please call ahead to schedule a time. There is no charge to have your canner tested. If you have any questions, please contact our office at 715-726-7950.
Date and Time: August 19, 2026, from 10:30 AM to 12:00 PM Location: Field Site coordinates 44.960483, -91.356770 The field day site is located north of Chippewa Falls on Seymour Cray Boulevard, directly across from Lake View Drive. Speakers and Topics Increasing Irrigation and Fertigation EfficiencyPresenter: Dr. Mallika Nocco, Extension Agricultural Water Management, University of […]
Join UW-Madison Division of Extension experts for the Nitrogen and Soil Management Field Day on Wednesday, August 5, 2026, from 10:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at the Dunn County Demonstration Farm, 640 Stokke Parkway, Menomonie, WI 54751. This educational event will provide practical insights into soil conservation and nitrogen management. Attendees will learn about real-world […]
Gardening offers many benefits. It’s an enjoyable form of exercise and provides physical activity that helps increase strength, balance, flexibility and endurance. Just being outdoors surrounded by greenery can reduce stress levels and promote relaxation. Plus, for vegetable growers, there are the added benefits of having easy access to fresh, home-grown produce and the satisfaction […]
Calling young builders, inventors, and creators in grades K-2! Enter Creation Kingdom, where imagination rules and creativity comes to life. Design your own cardboard kingdom, build castles and communities with LEGO bricks, and transform your ideas into amazing creations. Whether you’re a master builder or simply love to create, this hands-on event is your chance […]
Calling all 4-H members in grades 3–8! Step into a magical world filled with fairies, dragons, and unicorns at our Fairy Tale Magic Day Camp! Spend the day unleashing your creativity, making magical crafts, playing fun games, and creating memories with fellow 4-H members. Whether you dream of building fairy homes, crafting dragon puppets, or […]
Join us for the Beef Cow-Calf Field Day on July 28 from 6:00–8:30 p.m. at Starck Century Farm near Cadott. Learn practical strategies for pasture management, breeding decisions that improve cow longevity, and marketing options for fall calf crops. Connect with fellow producers and Extension specialists while gaining ideas you can put to work on […]
Save the Date! Join us for a High-Oleic Soybean Field Day on August 18th. This field day will focus on practical information for dairy farms interested in incorporating high-oleic soybeans into their feeding programs. The day will begin with educational presentations and lunch at the Chippewa Valley Tech College Energy Education Center. In the afternoon, […]
The other day I watched a hummingbird hover outside the living room window. He flew up and down, backwards and then off like a shot out of view. Our visitor was the ruby-throated hummingbird. It is easy to recognize. The male has an emerald, green back, a white breast and, of course, a ruby-red throat. […]
Having trouble remembering where the car keys are? Grab a sprig of rosemary. It has a reputation for improving memory. Like most herbs, this Mediterranean native has a rich history in folklore. In the Middle Ages rosemary was used to protect against evil spirits. If placed beneath your pillow, it would ward off bad dreams. […]
Peonies are blooming and what a lovely sight. Down through history, peonies have been held as a symbol of beauty, prosperity and honor. Conveying the meaning of a ‘happy life’ or ‘happy marriage’, it’s not surprising that you can find them in countless paintings, stories and myths. Cherished by gardeners for centuries, peonies continue to […]
Some people consider shady areas in their landscape a challenge when trying to grow flowering plants. One of the many yards I have gardened in had quite a bit of shade. As I explored shade-tolerant plants, I discovered that there is a wide range of possibilities. The first step to planning your shade garden is […]
Farm stress is real, and ag service providers are often considered a trusted first line of support. Join our Mental Health First Aid for the Agriculture Community training this summer to gain practical skills for recognizing and responding to mental health challenges. 📅 July 28–29 | 🕒 12:30–3:30 pm (virtual)👉 For more information and to […]
