Welcome to Extension Richland County
We provide outreach education to the residents of Richland County. As a statewide engagement arm of UW-Madison, the Division of Extension embodies the Wisconsin Idea to extend university knowledge to every corner of the state. Our statewide network of educators and specialists with UW-Madison and on UW campuses across Wisconsin is responding every day to emerging and longstanding hurdles residents are overcoming to compete and prosper.
Cover Photo by Ricki Bishop
Agriculture
If it happens on a farm or in a field, the Extension Institute of Agriculture works with you to achieve better results.
FoodWIse
Providing nutrition education to advance health eating habits and active lifestyles for families with limited incomes.
4-H
4-H is a community of young people across America who are learning leadership, citizenship, and life skills!
Families & Finances
Helping communities and families increase their knowledge about parenting, finances, and resiliency.
Latest News
Richland County Resource Directory
The Directory is a great tool to find resources that are very helpful to the area. In it, you will find information to assist you in Child Care Assistance, Employment, Housing Assistance, & Emergency Assistance just to name a few.
Public Listening Session for Extension Programming in Richland County
Items to be discussed are an overview of structure and current staff, overview of current programming and priorities, and comments and input from audience about programming. All interested parties are invited to attend.
Adult Mental Health First Aid for WI Agriculture Community
Mental Health First Aid helps community members better understand how they can support their friends, family members, and neighbors and help break the stigma around mental health. Join us for trainings on June 17 & 19, 2025. Pre-registration is required.
Wisconsin Rural Regional Housing Summit Series Presents: The Driftless Region
May 6, 2025, Hillsboro, WI
The second stop of the Wisconsin Rural Regional Housing Summit Series, a groundbreaking initiative designed to address the pressing housing challenges faced by rural communities across Wisconsin.
Badger Crop Connect
Badger Crop Connect is a free webinar series during the growing season that connects Wisconsin farmers and Ag professionals directly to research, resources, and strategies to optimize crop yield, quality, and profitability on farms.
Farmers of Richland County – More Farmer-Led Watershed Groups
Farmers of Richland County – Join us to learn more about Farmer-Led Watershed Groups and bring a neighbor! Continue the conversation!
Planning AHEAD
Join us and begin planning ahead to make things easier for family and loved ones. This program will guide you through the steps to take.
Budget: Office Hours
Do you need help with your budget? Planning a big purchase? Maybe need some tips on saving up? Join us for Budget: Office Hours!
Richland County 4-H Discovery Day!
Not sure what 4-H is? Join us for Discovery Day and get a hands-on learning experience that shows what 4-H has to offer and is all about!
Services We Offer
2022 Richland County Plat Books
Help Support Richland County 4-H Programs by purchasing a Plat Book.
Cost: $35.00
Pressure Canner Testing
Don’t forget to have the dial gauge on your pressure canner tested. It is recommended to have this gauge tested every year. This is a free service.
Please call in advance.
Our phone is 608-647-6148.
Extension Office Hours:
8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Monday – Friday
Private Pesticide Applicator Training
The University of Wisconsin Pesticide Applicator Training (PAT) Program helps you become certified to apply pesticides in Wisconsin. They provide educational materials for the purpose of pesticide applicator certification in Wisconsin.
Soil Sample Testing
Just what is in your soil?! Let’s find out! A soil test provides more information about the nutrient levels of your soil.
Our Office
Extension Richland County
1100 Hwy 14 West
Richland Center, WI 53581-1398
Phone: 608-647-6148
Fax: 608-647-9116
Office Hours:
Monday – Friday
8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Our office is closed on all major holidays.
Located in Richland Center, WI on the Richland County Campus in Melvill Hall.
