Agriculture
If it happens on a farm or in a field, the Extension Institute of Agriculture works with you to achieve better results. Our innovative dairy management programs range from genetics to farm and business management. Extension researchers work hand-in-hand with row crop, forage and fresh produce growers to provide best practices for every aspect of the growing phase. We also advise communities on using sustainable practices to create inviting spaces free from invasive species. Our work supports people, communities and businesses.
Dunn County News & Programs
Some of the services Extension Dunn County Office provides:
- Support for Community Educational Groups, such as Dunn County Master Gardeners, Dunn County Dairy Promotion Committee
- Soil Testing through the UW Soils Lab
- Insect and Plant Disease Identification
- Dunn County 4-H Plat Book Sales
- Farm Management Record Book Sales
- Research-based Publications
Resources
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Statewide Agriculture Programs
Crops and Soils
Providing timely resources and information to help Wisconsin crop producers and their agricultural consultants manage crops efficiently and profitably
Dairy
Strengthening the competitiveness of the Wisconsin dairy industry through statewide leadership in education and research
Farm Management
Providing research-based farm business management information, resources and decision-making tools to farmers and agribusinesses
Livestock
Helping farmers, consumers and allied industry to make informed decisions about beef cattle, poultry, sheep and goats, equine, swine, and meat science
Discovery Farms
Educating and developing on-farm and related research to determine the effects of agricultural practices on a diverse group of Wisconsin farms
News from Around the State
- Christine Bender remembers the moment 10 years ago when she told her parents she wanted to come back and farm long-term. “My mom started to cry because she was so happy,” Bender said. […]
- This month presents two unique opportunities for farmers in the Midwest and Mid-South to advance their efforts to improve soil health and water quality, while protecting their profitability.
- The Wisconsin Association of County Agricultural Agents (WACAA) recently recognized several members during its annual awards and recognition program. An affiliate of the National Association of County Agricultural Agents (NACAA), WACAA is a […]
- Extension awarded grant funding to seven projects that bring innovation to the division’s outreach mission. Extension annually solicits proposals for new projects around engagement and research. Innovation is a core part of Extension’s […]
- The Division of Extension and the Office of the Vice Chancellor for Research and Graduate Education are excited to announce the nine recipients of the Wisconsin Idea Collaboration Grants. Now in its second […]
