Agriculture

Thank you for visiting the UW-Extension, Jefferson County Agriculture Program page! We are happy to assist you with your agriculture needs. You may contact us by phone with any questions at 920-674-7295.

Avian Influenza in Jefferson County – DATCP Update!

Click here to see the latest updates on the Avian Influenza in Wisconsin.

Other Helpful links regarding Avian Influenza:
DATCP FAQ
USDA Site on Biosecurity   
2022-2023 Detections of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza
DNR 2022 Press Release


Beefing Up – Forage Management Workshop

Join UW-Madison Division of Extension Educators for an educational workshop on Beefing Up- Forage Management on Friday November 17, from 3:00 PM to 6:30 PM. The workshop will be held at the Whitewater University Innovation Center at 1221 Innovation Drive, Whitewater, WI 53190. This beef production workshop will highlight forage management practices to improve haying and grazing potential. Proper administration of antibiotics, vaccinations, and other animal health products will also be discussed along with a cattle market outlook and livestock risk protection options. One CEU towards Beef Quality Assurance is available by attending this workshop. The cost to attend is $10 which includes dinner and all workshop materials. Register for the workshop on-line at, https://forms.gle/u7zFD1y6htKmFgddA or call 920-674-7295.

Cutting Edge Podcast

The Cutting Edge: A Podcast in Search of New Crops for Wisconsin
Agricultural diversification is a hot topic right now. Faced with an ongoing stretch of depressed commodity prices, growers are looking for other cropping options. To meet the need, UW-Extension has launched a new podcast to provide growers with research-based information on new and alternative crops. Each episode of The Cutting Edge: A Podcast in Search of New Crops for Wisconsin focuses on a single crop by interviewing researchers, growers, and movers and shakers behind each crop. Check it out today!

Agriculture Resources


Agriculture: 
Phone: 920-674-7295
Fax: 920-674-7200

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