The purpose to which we commit... We teach, learn, lead and serve, connecting people with the University of Wisconsin, and engaging with them in transforming lives and communities.
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Co-Create: Your Partner in Community-led Social Impact
The Wisconsin Nonprofit Connect to Learn is excited to partner with the UW-Madison Center for Community and Nonprofit Studies for a one-day session on April 10 at 11AM. The Center is a hub for faculty, students, professionals, and community partners to collaborate on work that affects communities and the nonprofit sector. Learn how your nonprofit organization can benefit from the Center’s applied research, evaluation service, and technical assistance.
We invite nonprofit leaders and visionary board members who want to learn more about the resources and opportunities available to those who work with the CommNS Co-Create Team.
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A Day of Learning for the Entire Family
On Saturday, February 24, Fond du Lac County 4-H held its annual Family Learning Day event. Over 70 youth from around the area were able to choose from 50 different educational sessions. Parents were encouraged to attend sessions along with their children. These educational sessions were led by 40 different community members and 4-H volunteers. Youth and adults learned new skills such as sewing small pillows, decorating with fondant, learning about chickens and rabbits, identifying different animal tracks, painting, needle felting, bike maintenance and safety, and so much more.
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Fond du Lac County Presented at the Very First Wisconsin“Community Health Shark Tank”
Nearly a year ago, the White House hosted the first conference on hunger, nutrition, and health in 50 years. As a result, they came up with a big goal - to end hunger and increase healthy eating and physical activity by 2030, so that fewer Americans experience diet-related chronic diseases like diabetes, obesity, and hypertension. This is known as the “White House Challenge to End Hunger and Build Healthy Communities.”
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Mucho gusto - Nice to Meet You! Welcome Kelsey Beine 4-H Bilingual Associate Educator at the University of Wisconsin Madison Division of Extension Fond du Lac County. She is excited to join the Fond du Lac County 4-H team. . Her education background includes degrees in math, Spanish, and leadership, and she has enjoyed teaching all of these subjects to both high school and college students. Kelsey is a proud Fond du Lac County 4-H alumna of 13 years, with lots of experience in club and county leadership, and a few travel experiences along the way!
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UW Crop Enterprise Budget Tool Estimates Potential Returns in 2024
Given the diminishing margins we are seeing in corn and beans this year, final decisions on crop inputs for the 2024 growing season will make a huge difference to your bottom line. It is never too early or too late to re-evaluate input costs before you to plant the 2024 crop.
The UW–Madison Division of Extension Crop Enterprise Budget Tool can help you determine the economic impacts of your final seed, fertilizer, herbicide, and other input purchases as you plan for the 2024 growing season.
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Automated Milking Systems (AMS) User Group Programs
The AMS User Group aims to create a supportive community for dairy producers utilizing Automatic Milking Systems (AMS), facilitating learning, idea exchange, and best practice sharing.
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Youth-Adult Partnership for Youth Empowerment
The Online Youth-Adult Partnership (Y-AP) Training emerges as a beacon for youth empowerment. This self-guided program, tailored for both individuals and groups, offers a comprehensive roadmap for volunteers and professionals eager to nurture collaborative relationships between youth and adults.
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WI Beef Cow-Calf School for Beginners
Is beef production in your future? Are you new to beef production or are you a dairy producer thinking about adding or transitioning to cow-calf production? Join UW-Madison Extension for one or all five 1 ½ online classes this month, 7-8:30 pm . Register online today at by March 11th!
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Coming up...
Understanding the Emerald Ash Borer: From Identification to Action
Monday, April 1, 1–2 p.m.
What’s the Deal with No Mow May?
Wednesday, April 3, Noon–1 p.m.
Establishing a Bee Lawn — Current Research and Practical Techniques
Thursday, April 25, Noon–1 p.m.
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Virtual Spring 2024 Workshop Series
Free workshops on how to start or grow your small-scale food business.
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| Wisconsin Rural Economic Summit
March 28 I 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM I REGISTER
Using the latest research and data specific to Wisconsin’s rural communities and regions, we will focus on the Wisconsin rural economy. The summit includes an overview of the latest economic and demographic trends across rural communities, an examination of entrepreneurship, and a discussion of what rural communities can do to foster economic growth and development.
Co-Create: Your partner in community-led social impact
Wednesday, April 10 I 11:00 AM- 12:00 PM I REGISTER
In this one-hour virtual session, you will learn about Co-Create and how they partner with nonprofits and community groups to collaboratively develop and improve programs and community efforts, and draw on research evidence to inform action.
Junior Master Gardeners (JMG) Program
Season begins April 11 and ends August 15
April - May: 4-5:30 pm
une-August: 1-2:30 pm
REGISTER
A FREE summer-long gardening/cooking program for youth, ages 8-12 years. A partnership between UW-Madison Extension FoodWIse and the Fond du Lac County Master Gardeners Association.
Telling our Community’s Story: Creating Purposeful Promotion
Wednesday, May 29 I 8:00 AM - 10:30 AM I REGISTER
The way we talk about our community creates perceptions that impact our future. Join Dr. Joe Sanfellipo and learn about how to create a narrative that builds community belonging.
This event has been collaboratively organized by the Fond du Lac United Way, Envision Greater Fond du Lac, Sophia Partners, CLA, UW-Madison Extension, the Community Foundation of the Fox Valley Region, and the Fond du Lac Area Foundation.
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| AGRICULTURE EVENTS
Private Pesticide Applicator ZOOM Training & Test - Fond du Lac Co.
March 28 I 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM I REGISTER
Private applicators can become recertified via this training & test. All manuals & training must be purchased from the PAT Store
Farm Succession Workshops
Apr 2, 2024 I Brown Co. Library, Green Bay I REGISTER
If you’ve been thinking about farm succession and want to learn more about the steps and the basic vocabulary of succession and estate planning, UW-Madison Division of Extension has a 3-hour farm succession planning program to help you learn more.
VITAL Women in Agriculture Program
Apr 4, 2024 I Farm WI Discovery Center, Newton I REGISTER
Attention women in agriculture! Take a day off from the farm to network with other farm women in this fun and relaxing way to learn, grow, and connect.
Badger Sheep Short Course
April 4 & 5, 2024 I Arlington Research Station I REGISTER
Get ready to roll up your sleeves and dive into the thick of day-to-day operations with a hands-on Sheep Short Course. Sessions include demonstrations and opportunities for hands-on experiences for the ultimate learning experience, covering everything from biosecurity plans to keeping records and standard operating procedures (SOP).
Automatic Milking System User Group Meeting
Apr 9, 2024 1 p.m. I Northcentral Technical College, Wausau OR Zoom I REGISTER
Joining the AMS User Group provides participants with opportunities to collaborate with peers, access expert guidance, contribute to research efforts, and improve farming practices, ultimately enhancing efficiency, productivity, and profitability on their farms.
Handling & Administration of Vaccines/Medicines in Cattle Workshop
April 10 or 11, 2024 I Hoard’s Dairyman Farm - Fort Atkinson I REGISTER
This program will help farm personnel to understand the importance of the vaccine and medicine, the proper use and handling, and the consequences of improper administration and manipulation of animal health products.
Badger Dairy Insight: Grazing your Way to Reduced Heifer Costs & Better Sustainability
Apr 16, 2024 I 11 a.m. I ZOOM Webinar I REGISTER
There’s good reason for dairy farms to consider going Back to Our Roots with the grazing of dairy heifers. This presentation will discuss how Rotation, Rest, and Residual influence forage production, animal performance, and cost savings for heifer raising programs.
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An EEO/AA employer, the University of Wisconsin-Madison Division of Extension provides equal opportunities in employment and programming, including Title VI, Title IX, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act requirements.
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