The Waupaca County UW-Extension will be offering a series of webinars on farm succession and estate planning. Cost is $5.00/person per session OR $40 for the entire series for 2 farm family members. Pre-registration is required. To register contact our office at 715-258-6231 or email: dana.nelson@wisc.edu . Limited to 18 participants per session. The webinars […]
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Our office has received a few calls about the Japanese beetles. The UW-Extension publication A3737-E will provide good information on them. Japanese-Beetles-A3737-E1
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Wild Parsnip and Spotted Knapweed are common invasive plant species that have a lot of people asking, “How can I get rid of this stuff”? Unfortunately, there is no easy answer, but these UW-Extension publications will help you better understand what you’re up against and the options available to eliminate or at least limit further […]
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Leadership Waupaca County will be accepting applications for Class XVII until July 31, 2016. Applications, brochure and other information can be found at https://fyi.extension.wisc.edu/leadershipwaupacaco/apply-now/. LWC’s mission is to develop informed, civic-minded leaders who are committed to the future of Waupaca County and its communities. The 9-month course consists of: 7 – one day sessions, 1 – […]
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Current economics may encourage corn growers to re-consider plant density / seeding rates for 2016. Click here for full article…
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While we hope this cold weather doesn’t last too much longer, this article has great reminders and information. Managing Dairy Cattle in Extreme Cold Weather (pdf 16.8KB)
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Use the updated UWEX Crop Budget Spreadsheet this Fall for 2016 crop planning. Provides instant “what-if?” analysis with different input costs, market prices and yield projections.
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UW-Extension, along with UW-Madison and the WI Soybean Marketing Board, recently published a best management practices guide for WI soybean growers. From variety selection, seed treatments, planting (date, rate, row spacing), to fertilizer and pest management, this guide will help WI farmers as they consider cropping plans for 2016, especially in light current market conditions […]
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On May 26th, Waupaca County UW-Extension Youth Development Educator Connie Abert was involved in a serious car accident. Our office is appreciative of the outpouring of concern and support for Connie. If you would like to follow Connie’s progress, her family has set up a Caring Bridge site for her. It is: http://www.caringbridge.org/visit/connieabert **Please note […]
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UW Extension specialists in Agronomy, Entomology, Plant Pathology and Soil Science have recorded 52 new YouTube videos which offer 18 hours of instruction for crop production, pest management, soil and water conservation and nutrient management. WI – Soil science fundamentals for field crops WI – Field crop and forage fundamentals WI – Weed, insect, disease […]
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May 2015 Contact: Greg Blonde, UW-Extension Waupaca County, 715-258-6230, greg.blonde@wisc.edu Pricing Hay? Try the New UW-Extension App Waupaca, Wis. – It’s that time of the year when fresh mowed hay fills the air across Wisconsin, which also means many farmers and rural neighbors will be negotiating the sale of standing hay. An estimated 2.5 million […]
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Using Fungicides on Alfalfa for Dairy Production in Wisconsin is a new UW-Extension Publication (A4090) “In Wisconsin where alfalfa production is generally targeted toward dairy production, Headline® fungicide application will often result in a slight increase in yield, but that increase might not be large enough to offset the cost of applying the product. Typically […]
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PRESS RELEASE Waupaca County UW-Extension – 811 Harding Street, Waupaca, WI54981 Phone: (715) 258-6230 FAX: (715) 258-6232 Title: Waupaca County Implements of Husbandry (IoH) Local Meetings Author: Greg Blonde As farming has modernized, agricultural equipment is now larger and heavier than ever. Although this can improve efficiency, it also raises concerns about the impact large […]
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The 2014 Waupaca County Agriculture: Value & Economic Impact brochure is now available. It can be found along with a new document on Corn Drying 2014-2015 and the November Agriculture Resource Newsletter by clicking the Agriculture Button on the top of this page. You will find many other informative pieces of information there as well. […]
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There is a new video series from the Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) in conjunction with the Wisconsin Department of Transportation and the University of Wisconsin Extension that outline the new Implements of Husbandry (IoH) law. DATCP Communications Director states “These training videos are designed to give farmers and local government officials […]
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There are several great educational opportunities this August and September that are available to Waupaca County farmers and Ag professionals. Check them out in the August edition of the AG Newsletter from our Ag Agent, Greg Blonde. 2014 Aug Ag Newsletter
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Extension Impact-Spring 2014 In this issue: Recognizing the Wisconsin 4-H Council, Koles Receives Promotion to Professor, Certified as MBTI Instructor, Living Well Mentally, Nutrition Lessons in Waupaca County Elementary Schools, Family Living Programs Off to a Great Start in 2014, UWEX Beef Cattle Seminar held at Equity Livestock in Marion.
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2014 Ag Outlook Net cash farm income could hit $110 billion in 2014…$8 billion or so more than USDA estimated in February according the Kiplinger’s Ag Newsletter, but below record high income levels nationwide for all producers the past three years. They also point out that income will vary greatly by enterprise, with some producers […]
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AG Agent, Greg Blonde provides a Agriculture Resource Newsletter. If you would like to receive a copy or if your information has changed please use our newly created form. This form helps us stay in touch and better serve you. The form is word fillable for your convenience. Ag Resource Newsletter Request Form fillable form (pdf)
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You Tube Link of the presentation from December 3rd is now available. The handouts of the presentation are also available. If you would like further assistance regarding the ACA Maria Vargas can be reached at 920-882-6425. Maria is with Parnership Community Health Center. They have 3 Centers for Enrollment. They are: Main Office – 500 W. Franklin Street […]
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