Private Applicator General Farming Certification and Pesticide Applicator Training (PAT)
The State of Wisconsin and DATCP certification extensions will EXPIRE on December 31, 2021! Private and commercial pesticide applicators will need certification moving forward in 2022.
Join the 4-H Movement! Enroll in 4-H Today
4-H offers hands-on learning & education programs for kids to build skills like responsibility, resiliency & hard work, helping them to succeed in life. Youth from 5K to one year beyond high school graduation are eligible to join a 4-H club.

We teach, learn, lead and serve, connecting people with the University of Wisconsin, and engaging with them in transforming lives and communities.

Enroll in 4-H Today!

Easy & convenient! Existing members re-enroll by November 15 and new members enroll by December 31!

Farm Ready Research Webinar Series

Farm Ready Research is Extension’s agriculture winter webinar meeting series for farmers and ag professionals. Learn the most up-to-date information on topics from dairy and livestock production to forage and farm management.

Talking to Children and Teens About Scary Events

UW Madison Division of Extension-Dodge County, Human Development and Relationships Educator, Pattie Carroll, reminds parents that talking with their children about scary events is important.

Safely Thaw Your Turkey

Do you know how to safely #thaw your #turkey? Check out this infographic for step-by-step instructions. Download here: https://bit.ly/2Ue0R2z #StoryofYourDinner #Thanksgiving #foodsafety

Thanksgiving Recipes & More with Food Safety Tips

Just in time for the holidays, the Partnership for Food Safety Education shares recipes, videos and more with food safety prompts that will help even the novice chef prepare a delicious, food-safe meal.

Safe Handling Practices for Wild Game Meat

Families across Wisconsin depend on game meat to supplement their food budget, and safe animal and food-handling practices can help ensure that harvested meat is safe and high quality.