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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.

Heart of the Farm – Women in Agriculture ‘Coffee Chat’ Series

Beginning in November, this ‘Coffee Chat’ series begins. The 2nd Monday of each month through March of 2021. The program addresses the needs of farm women by providing education on farm business topics, connecting with resources, and creating support networks.

2021 ARC PLC (Commodity Program) Signup is Open

The signup for the Agricultural Risk Coverage (ARC) and the Price Loss Coverage (PLC) programs for the 2021 crop year are now open.

Integrated Parasite Management Webinar for Sheep

Do you know how to deworm using the FAMACHA scoring method? Or the proper grazing to avoid Barber Pole Worm ingestion? Those topics and more will be discussed in this webinar! Join us on October 22, 2020.

Weed Seed Movement via Combines

Crop harvest is here and that means it’s time to be thinking about weed seedbank management. Over the last few weeks we have observed fields throughout Wisconsin with a fair amount of weed escapes. Our UW-Madison Division of Extension Weed Science Group offers the information within the article for consideration.

Dairy Market & Nutrition Update

The second webinar in the ‘Farm Management Update for Ag Professionals Fall 2020 Series’ will occur on October 22. It will address topics such as ‘Pandemic, Prices, and PPD’s, what will 2021 offer?’ and ‘Feeding the 2020 Corn Silage Crop’. Register by 5:00 p.m., October 21 and reserve your spot!

Tree and Shrub Problems

It’s fall time. It’s time to plant trees! Here are a few things you should know to plant and care the right way for your new trees. A few do’s and a few don’ts to help you along the way to a long lasting tree.

Badger Crop Connect: Special Edition

This is a special edition of the Badger Crop Connect that will address pest management for the 2021 growing season.

The Parent Connect

The Parent Connect is a FREE weekly opportunity for parents and caregivers to talk with each other. Join us via Zoom to learn about resources and gain parenting skills that promote children’s growth and learning.

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!