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Welcome to Richland County! Here you can get an up close and personal look at our county by purchasing a Plat Book! It has ads from local businesses, information on our wonderful county, and maps.

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Extension Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion

Extension Richland County is committed to serving and working with all residents of our community. We support the work of UW-Madison Division of Extension to further diversity and inclusion, and Richland County institutions who are working to end discrimination & racism.

Office Staff, Procedures, and Contact Information

Due to the Safer at Home Order put out by the Governor, our staffing, hours, and procedures have changed to follow the latest information available. Please check back frequently as this will be updated and changed to reflect the latest information provided. Please read for more information.

Financial, Health, & Food Security Resources to Help Get Through COVID-19

Not sure where to turn for help during these trying times? Extension has a list of resources covering a multitude of areas. Please click the links within the post for more information. Keep an eye out as these links are updated regularly with new information and resources.

Badger Crop Connect: Soil Compaction Topics

September 23, 2020, is a webinar giving local updates on crop conditions, soil compaction: preventing, measuring, and reducing, and lime, manure, and more! Pre-register on September 22 by 5 p.m. to reserve your spot!

Badger Crop Connect: Winter Wheat and Fall Weed Seed Topics

Join us on September 9, for a webinar giving local updates on crop conditions, recommendations on wheat establishment, and fall weed seed, and more! Pre-register on September 8 by 5 p.m. to reserve your spot!

COVID-19: Don’t Mask Your Emotions, Understand Them

Mental Health wellbeing is a challenge to start with. Add in the stress, anxiety, and uncertainty of dealing with the pandemic and it is even more of a challenge. How does one handle all that? Join us on Oct 2nd, at 12 noon!

Harvest of Hope – Resource for WI Farmers in Need of a Helping Hand

Harvest of Hope provides financial help and hope to Wisconsin Farm Families to help address common farm financial problems, such as power cut-offs, medical bills, fires, feed, machinery repair, and more. Within this article is information about the fund, where to go to apply, and how this works.

Wasp Nests… It’s that time of the year!

Wasps have once again made their appearance and their presence known, whether it be in a tree, a hole in the ground, or inside a building. You may have the questions of: what to do, what is effective, and what won’t work. Read for more information and explanation of what would or should be the best course of action.

Still time to Participate in WI’s Cover Crop Data Collection Project

There is still time to join the 2020 CROP cover crop survey! If you are using cover crops in Wisconsin, please consider the survey. The data for the first survey (contact information) is due September 1, 2020. The survey is open to all Wisconsin farmers using cover crops.

Getting Ready for Corn Silage Harvest

Harvesting corn silage and packing it away can be a tricky balancing act. Many different factors come into play. Moisture, air, timing, etc. In this article are some tips to help figure out the right amounts needed to pack away your corn silage.

Childcare Network Survey

Parents and caregivers in Richland County and surrounded counties, we are asking for your thoughts and concerns about the childcare network. Please click and follow the link to help build a stronger network.

All Sheep Now Eligible for CFAP Payments

American Sheep Producers that have experienced a loss in income can file for additional support through the Coronavirus Food Assistance Program. All sheep greater than 2 years of age have been added to the program.