SNAP-Ed Funding Cut

Important update: The congressional budget reconciliation bill signed into law on July 4, 2025 ends federal SNAP-Ed funding effective September 30, 2025. For more than 30 years, UW–Madison Extension has provided local nutrition education across Wisconsin through the federal SNAP-Ed grant program. Working with schools, food pantries, farmers markets, and community centers, FoodWIse has taught practical, evidence-based skills in […]

Join the Learn & Earn Program!

If you needed $50 for an emergency, what would you do?  Would $50 help?   Complete the Learn & Earn Program and earn a $50 savings account voucher from Royal Credit Union.  The three parts to this program are:  Start NOW Click below to register!  *This program is a partnership between Workforce Resources INC, Royal […]

Pressure Canner Testing

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.

Bloomer Area Community Garden – Application is now Open!

Plots are assigned on a first come first serve basis. Mayo Clinic Health System — Chippewa Valley in Bloomer and Extension Chippewa County offer community garden plots along Duncan Road in Bloomer. Plots are available for individuals, households, or organizations. There is no fee, water is available, but an application is required. Please read and […]

Chippewa Falls Community Garden – Application Open!

Now accepting applications for garden plots! Plots are assigned on a first come first serve basis. Garden plots are 12′ x 24′. Rental fee per plot is $20.00/city resident or $30.00/nonresident and is non-refundable. Questions can be directed to Extension Chippewa County at 715-726-7957.

📢2025 Beef & Dairy Forage Seminar 📢

📅 Date: Friday, March 21, 2025📍 Location: The Back 40 Dining and Cocktails, Chippewa Falls, WI🕒 Time: 11:30 AM – 3:00 PM​✍️Please register here: https://go.wisc.edu/771c01 Questions? Contact the Chippewa County Extension Office at 715-726-7950.

Join Us at the 2025 Hops Conference!

Join Us at the 2025 Hops Conference! Date: March 1, 2025 Location: Hop & Barrel Brewing Company, Hudson, WI Time: 10:30 AM – 3:30 PM (Registration starts at 10:00 AM) Cost: $50 early registration (before Feb 21), $60 late registration (on or after Feb 21) – Cash or Check Only Don’t miss out on key […]

Wise Wisconsin – Virtual Learning Series

Join Us on Wednesdays at 9am from February 5th – March 12th! This free series will have sessions on the following topics: To register, go to: https://go.wisc.edu/85171v Contact Sara Richie, Life Span Program Coordinator Manager at sara.richie@wisc.edu with any questions.

Happy New Year!

May the New Year bring you peace, joy, and all the good things in life. Happy New Year! Friendly reminder that our office is closed today. Regular Office hours will resume on January 2, 2025, at 7:30 AM. Hours 1.1.25 – closed 1.2.25 – 7:30 AM – 4:30 PM 1.3.25 – 7:30 AM – 11:30 […]

Reflecting on 2024 – Thank You!

As we reflect on this past year, our office extends heartfelt thanks to all of you for your continued support and partnership. Your trust and collaboration have been invaluable to us. Thank you from Extension Chippewa County Holiday Hours 12.30.24 – by appointment only 12.31.24 – closed 1.1.25 – closed 1.2.25 – 7:30 AM – […]

Happy Holidays from Extension Chippewa County

🎄✨ Happy Holidays from Extension Chippewa County! ✨🎄 As the year comes to a close, we want to extend our warmest wishes to our wonderful community. May your holidays be filled with joy, love, and laughter. Thank you for being a part of our journey this year. We look forward to continuing to grow and […]

Extension Chippewa County – Holiday Hours

12.23.24 – by appointment only 12.24.24 – closed 12.25.24 – closed 12.26.24 – by appointment only 12.27.24 – by appointment only 12.30.24 – by appointment only 12.31.24 – closed 1.1.25 – closed 1.2.25 – 7:30 AM – 4:30 PM 1.3.25 – 7:30 AM – 11:30 AM

Thinking about Farm Succession?

You know you should make plans for the future of the farm, but maybe you’re not sure where to start. Or maybe you’ve had a few conversations with your family or farming partners, but that conversation drifts to other more pressing matters about the operation. It is common for farmers to push farm succession planning […]

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