Jefferson County UW Extension

06/23/2026

A great FREE conference that brings together so many Wisconsinites for an amazing cause. Register today.

🎉 Happy Father's Day: Registration is NOW OPEN! 🎉

TODAY is the first day to register for Fathers in Focus 2026 — Extension’s FREE annual conference that brings together fathers, mentors, coaches, advocates, and allies from across Wisconsin.

✨ All are welcome!

Join us on October 10 for a day of meaningful conversations, workshops, networking, and community focused on strengthening families and supporting fatherhood.

📝 Register today and learn more: go.wisc.edu/fathers
We can’t wait to see you there!

We're proud to collaborate with Madison College and Madison Schools - MMSD.

06/22/2026

Good luck to all those competing at the 4-H Shooting Sports Championship!

This week (June 22-26) these Wisconsin 4-H youth will compete at the National 4-H Shooting Sports Championships in Grand Island, NE! We wish you all good luck!

06/19/2026

Wow, these artists are amazing! Check out their work tomorrow, and if you're able, purchase one! Share in the comments your favorite!

06/19/2026

Farm stress is real, and ag service providers are often considered a trusted first line of support.

Join our Mental Health First Aid for the Agriculture Community training this summer to gain practical skills for recognizing and responding to mental health challenges.

📅 July 28–29 | 🕒 12:30–3:30 pm (virtual)
👉 For more information and to register, visit: go.wisc.edu/MHFAJuly2026

06/17/2026

Unlock your potential and make a difference in your 4-H club and community! 🌟 Whether you're looking to take on a new challenge or lead the way, there are countless opportunities to shine and grow. Explore the many resources available to you and discover the impact you can make.

💪 From local to state-wide initiatives, your voice matters and your leadership can spark positive change. Check out the youth leader resources and start making your mark today!

https://4h.extension.wisc.edu/resources/volunteer-resources/youth-leader-resources/

06/15/2026

🌱 Join our monthly Extension Horticulture Program session

Wednesday, June 17th
6:30pm - 7:30pm
Virtual Link

📅 Ask plant health experts from UW-Madison about trees, fruits, veggies, and more. 🤔 Get insights on sustainable gardening practices, biodiversity, and climate-smart horticulture.

📝 Register for free: https://uwmadison.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_K35rC8BERMegG9yKLGnnsQ #/registration

06/12/2026

There's nothing like farm fresh goodies. Save the post so you always know when the farmers markets are being held each week.

What's your favorite item to buy? We love Wisconsin cheese and sourdough bread!

🌽🍓 Shop Fresh. Shop Local. Support Your Community! 🍅🥕

Summer is here and it's a great time to check out our local farmers markets. With a variety of times and locations, there should be an option for everyone!

06/12/2026

Ever ask why colleagues show up late to meetings? Or why your communication isn't resonating with others?

When you work with UW Extension to bring a Real Colors® workshop to your organization, business, or local government unit, you and your colleagues will increase your ability to:

🔴Recognize your strengths.
🔴Recognize the strengths of others.
🔴Build rapport quickly with others.
🔴Understand how others process information.
🔴Modify your communication to connect with others.
🔴Draw on the strengths of team members to accomplish shared goals.

In Jefferson County, our Community Development Educator, Steven Chmielewski, is available to provide more information and schedule a Real Colors® workshop. Reach out to him at [email protected].

06/11/2026

The University of Wisconsin-Madison Division of Extension and the Dairy Division of Extension are pleased to present a comprehensive program on Milk Quality in Titletown, taking place from June 16-18. \

This three-day event will cover a range of topics, from udder health to cleaning and sanitation best practices.

Due to limited availability, we encourage you to register promptly to secure your spot and review the schedule of sessions and associated costs.

The program commences on June 16 with optional NMC Short Courses, offering hands-on training and practical insights. An exclusive reception at Lambeau Field will follow, featuring Wisconsin's finest cheeses, wines, and beers.

On June 17, our general session will feature expert presentations on milking systems evaluation, emerging mastitis pathogens, and on-farm milk quality strategies, among other topics.

The event concludes on June 18 with guided tours of esteemed east central Wisconsin dairy farms, including Shiloh Dairy, Country Aire Farms, and Brightside Dairy.

To register, please scan the QR code or visit: https://members.nmconline.org/secure/events_register.cfm

06/11/2026

🌱 This Week in the Garden: Your Questions Answered, Week of June 8

⛈️ Last week we were talking about how dry it was, now we’re talking about severe storms. This week we feature some resources to help you with gardening for these wacky weather extremes and what to do for trees that experience storm damage.

If you end up with water logged soil or flooded areas after the next round of storms, there are some practices you shouldn’t do:

🚫 Don’t till, work, walk on, or operate heavy machinery on the soil until it has dried out sufficiently.
🚫 Don’t consume produce that has been submerged in floodwaters.
🚫 Don’t fertilize until after wet conditions have abated and plants have recovered.

Check out our article linked below for more information and advice about what to do to help your plants/gardens before and after extreme precipitation or flooding events.

🔗 Learn more:

Gardening in extreme precipitation and flooding: https://hort.extension.wisc.edu/articles/gardening-in-extreme-precipitation-and-flooding/

🌳 Storms can bring strong winds and heavy rain that can impact the trees in your landscape. Trees that have been planted improperly, are over mulched, or are already stressed are extremely vulnerable. Make sure you prevent problems when you can through proper planting practices and after care. If your tree does experience some storm damage and limbs break off, you can consider calling a certified arborist to help you assess the tree’s health and deal with the damage.

🔗 Learn more:

5 steps to plant a tree:
https://hort.extension.wisc.edu/articles/5-steps-to-plant-a-tree/

Proper mulching techniques:
https://www.treesaregood.org/Portals/0/TreesAreGood_Proper%20Mulch%20Tech_0321.pdf

Finding the right certified arborist for you:
https://hort.extension.wisc.edu/articles/finding-the-right-certified-arborist/

💬 Have a question of your own?
Reach out—we may feature it in an upcoming post!
You can reach Julie, your local horticulture educator by calling 262-741-4958, Text 262-374-4191, email [email protected] or use our online form: go.wisc.edu/PlantQ