Week of December 6, 2021

New Extension Project Supports the Growth of Wisconsin’s Maple Syrup Industry

A new three-year, $470,387 USDA Acer Access and Development grant will allow the University of Wisconsin-Madison Division of Extension and partners to expand maple sugaring outreach and education efforts in the state. The project is geared toward private woodland owners, farmers, tribal communities, and other groups that have been overlooked by previous outreach efforts but are well-positioned to take advantage of the economic, culinary, and cultural benefits of sugaring. Continue Reading

Recommendations for 2022 ARC/PLC

The Agriculture Risk Coverage (ARC) and Price Loss Coverage (PLC) programs were authorized by the 2014 and 2018 Farm Bills. Producers can now make or change elections and enroll for 2022 ARC or PLC, providing future protection against market fluctuations. Enrollment for the annual election period started in October and farmers have until March 15, 2022, to finalize their election decision. Continue Reading

Virtual Soil, Water, Nutrient Management Update Meetings

December 6 | 12:30-4:00PM or

December 10 | 8:30AM-12:00PM

The 2021 Soil, Water, and Nutrient Management Meetings will be virtual. Two sessions are offered. There will be four speakers, with 5-minute breaks between speakers. CEUs will be available for Certified Crop Advisers (2.0 in Soil and Water Management, and 1.5 in Nutrient Management). The event is free of charge.

Registration is required by December 4

FDL County Dairy-Forage Day

December 9 | 11:00AM-2:00PM

Presentations include: Corn Silage Fermentation Alters Nutritive Value, Non-Nutritional Factors in Dairy Forages, and Maximizing Quality & Quantity of Forages. $20 per person

RSVP by December 2 with the registration form

Farm Management Friday: Agriculture Pricing, Leasing & Contract

December 17 | 11:00AM-12:00PM

What makes for a fair, robust, and resilient ag or farm lease agreement? The first half of this web meeting includes an example dialog between land/farm owner and renter as they negotiate the specific details of a lease agreement, highlighting important resources, tools and considerations to inform a resilient and robust agreement that serves both parties. The second half of the webinar is a discussion of specific leasing topics.

Register for this and other Farm Ready Research Sessions

Nutrient Management Training

January 4 | 10:00AM-3:00PM

The University of Wisconsin-Madison Nutrient and Pest Management Program is offering virtual training for farmers interested in writing their own nutrient management plans. This training will provide both the basics of nutrient management and an introduction to SnapPlus. Please register online at least three days in advance of the training date you plan to attend.

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2022 Virtual Agronomy Update Meetings

January 4 | 9:00AM-12:00PM

January 6 | 1:00-4:00PM

Presentations include the latest information on hybrid/variety performance, an analysis and discussion of last year's growing season, and updated recommendations for field crop production. CEUs will be offered in Crop Management for Certified Crop Advisers. There are two sessions to choose from, both sessions will present the same information. Please choose the one that best fits your schedule.

There is no charge for this event, but registration is required by January 3.

Heart of the Farm Coffee Chat

January 6 | 12:00-1:00PM

2021-22 Coffee Chats will resume on the 1st Thursday of the month starting in December 2021 and running through February 2022.

Details coming soon! Registration is required

Private Pesticide Applicator In-Person Test Session

January 11 | 8:30AM-12:30PM

Fond du Lac County is offering in-person exam sessions for those who choose to complete the training online or the self-study option. Exams are held at the UWO Fond du Lac Campus on the second Tuesday of the month from 8:30 am – 12:30 pm. Seating is limited. Available dates are January 11, February 8, and April 12.

Registration is required by 12 pm the day before each session. Walk-ins are not accepted.

Private Pesticide Applicator In-Person Training

March 8 | 9:00AM-3:00PM

Fond du Lac County is offering one in-person training session with the certification test at the UWO Fond du Lac Campus. Online and self-study training options are also available. Additional information.

Registration is required and includes the training manual.

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