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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Over 70 people attended the Dairy Margin Protection Program on Wednesday, September 3 at Crystal Falls in New London. There was a lot of great information presented. If you would like any of the handouts from the presentation, they are listed here for your reference. FSA DMPP Summary Fact Sheet DMPP Sept 2014 Buying and Selling Corn […]
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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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PRESS RELEASE Waupaca County UW-Extension – 811 Harding Street, Waupaca, WI 54981 Phone: (715) 258-6230 FAX: (715) 258-6232 For Immediate Release . . . July 28, 2014 Waupaca County Title: County Fair Orientation for Junior Exhibitors Author: Penny Tank, UW-Extension Entries for the 2014 Waupaca County Fair […]
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Recently several people have stopped in our office to request this publication on Boxelder Bugs. Boxelder Bugs_0
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PRESS RELEASE Waupaca County UW-Extension – 811 Harding Street, Waupaca, WI 54981 Phone: (715) 258-6230 FAX: (715) 258-6232 For Immediate Release . . . May 23, 2014 Waupaca County Title: It’s time to get ready for home canning and preservation season Author: Sandy Liang, Family Living Educator When it comes to […]
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Greg Blonde, Waupaca County UW-Extension AG Agent has written an article entitled What’s Standing Alfalfa Worth in 2014? Standing Hay Price 2014
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At the April meeting of the Waupaca County Board of Supervisors, three Waupaca area youth spoke about their involvement in 4-H and Penny Tank, 4-H Program Advisor, thanked the County Board for their support of 4-H youth programming. Elisha Riley, Casey Lake 4-H Club, highlighted her involvement as a 4-H Ambassador and fourth generation 4-H […]
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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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April 9, 2014 2014 Wisconsin Lakes Partnership Convention aims to put research into action Award-winning biologist, University of Wisconsin researchers to highlight event Contact Eric Olson, 715-346-2192, eolson@uwsp.edu Stevens Point, Wis.—A researcher known for groundbreaking studies on the link between frogs and environmental contaminants will be the keynote speaker at the 2014 Wisconsin Lakes Partnership […]
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PRESS RELEASE Waupaca County UW-Extension – 811 Harding Street, Waupaca, WI 54981 Phone: (715) 258-6230 FAX: (715) 258-6232 For Immediate Release . . . April 8, 2014 Waupaca County Title: Wisconsin 4-H Centennial Being Celebrated with a Month of Service Author: Penny Tank, 4-H Program Assistant 2014 marks the 100th anniversary of […]
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Springtime brings lots of opportunities for youth and adults to celebrate the accomplishments of the past school year; blow off pent-up energy from the long Wisconsin winter and generally have fun. This year, Waupaca County can avoid the tragic alcohol related teen deaths that have marred so many past proms and graduations. read more…
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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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Financing Higher Education Families with high school members considering college or technical college may have questions about the risks and benefits of financing that education. In 1990, 1 in 5 undergraduates borrowed money while today it is 2 in five that finance education. Many students choose to work full or part time to reduce the […]
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Harvesting & Feeding guidelines for corn at various stages of maturity Copy of Harvest Guidlelines for 2012 (pdf)
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Arriving at a fair and equitable price for corn silage is difficult due to the number of factors involved that are dynamic and biologically variable. Pricing Drought Stressed Corn Silage – July 2012 (pdf 4pgs)
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Check out these fact sheets: Plant Your Dollars Close to Home & Watch Your Community Grow The Best Tasting Food Ripens Close to Home Buy Locally Grown, It’s Thousands of Miles Fresher
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Agriculture works hard for Waupaca County every day. Family-owned farms, food processors and agriculture-related businesses generate thousands of jobs and millions of dollars of economic activity while contributing to local income and tax revenues. 2011 Waupaca Co Ag Impact brochure (pdf)
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