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.
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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.
Noontime Beef Roundup Webinar Series
The Noontime Beef Roundup Webinar Series for 2025 will provide insights for beef producers and industry professionals. This free series will cover a range of topics critical to the success of the beef industry.
Get the dirt on Soil Testing – Annual Soil Health Workshop
Get the dirt on soil testing! Come learn from soil health experts, join in a farmer panel discussion, and network with others while enjoying a locally sourced lunch.
2025 Annual CAFO Update
An update meeting for WPEDES permitted CAFO owners & managers, nutrient management plan writers, engineers, agency staff & consultants.
Driftless Region Beef Conference offered in Dubuque
13th Annual Driftless Region Beef Conference held on January 23 & 24, 2025 at the Grand River Convention Center in Dubuque, IA. The aim of the conference is to provide educational sessions for beef producers.
Producing Quality Beef Workshops
What physical traits enhance or detract fed cattle values? Why do some fed cattle sell for more or less than others? Join us for a variety of topics to address how to produce quality beef.
DATCP Nitrogen Optimization Pilot Grant Program Application Period Open Through January 17
Research grants are available for WI farmers and cooperating entities. Applications are accepted until Jan. 17, 2025.
Dairy Farms – Pollinator Survey
We want to hear your thoughts on the challenges and opportunities in including pollinator-friendly management practices on dairy farms.
Beef Quality Assurance Training & Certification
Beef Quality Assurance (BQA) training provides information to U.S. beef producers on how good husbandry techniques paired with accepted scientific knowledge to raise cattle under optimum management conditions.
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.
