Dodge County Farm Succession Conversation February 18

On Wednesday, February 18, 2026, UW-Madison Division of Extension, will hold a discussion about farm succession planning from 11:30 am – 1:30 pm.

The purpose of this conversation is to learn the challenges farmers face when trying to plan for the future of their businesses.  We also hope to learn what types of educational topics, delivery methods, and other support farmers need to plan for succession.

When: Wednesday, February 18, 2026; 11:30 am – 1:30 pm

Where: Auditorium at the Dodge County Building,  127 E Oak Street, Juneau, WI.

LUNCH: Lunch will be provided for participants at 11:30 am, with the discussion beginning promptly at 12:00 Noon. We will conclude at 1:30 pm.

Other details:

• You will not be required to share anything that you feel is too personal. We want to know what you think about succession planning, the barriers, and educational needs for Wisconsin farms in general, not the specific details of your succession planning. We will take notes and audio record the discussion; however, your answers/comments will not be connected to your name.
• Participation is limited to 12 people.
• Register for this conversation by completing this registration form or by contacting joy.kirkpatrick@wisc.edu or call at 608-263-3485.

Pesticide Applicator Training

Dodge County: January 22; Dane County: March 17

• Sign up for an in-person training and order your manual:

https://patstore.wisc.edu/secure/Items/private

• You can always self-study or take the exam online, read more information here:

https://fyi.extension.wisc.edu/pat/private-how-to-get-certified/ 

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 In each issue, the Bovi-Noticias team shares expert knowledge and insights—covering topics from dairy cow nutrition and milk quality to safety and farm management—in both English and Spanish, making it easy for owners and managers to share with their workers.  

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