Take the first step to become a Master Gardener by completing the Backyard Gardener training program. In this program, you will learn the essentials of horticulture to become a more successful and well-rounded gardener. You will not only gain practical gardening skills and techniques to grow healthy plants, but also learn the science behind “why” […]
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Can I Use My Ceramic Cooktop When Canning? A common question asked during canning season is, “Can I use my glass or ceramic cooktop when canning?” To answer this question, begin by contacting your cooktop manufacturer to find out what they recommend. Then ask yourself, “Is it a good idea to use my ceramic cooktop […]
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In celebration, we will be closed on Tuesday, July 4th. Our office will reopen with regular business hours on Wednesday, July 5th. The UW-Extension staff wishes everyone a safe and fun holiday celebration!
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Wednesday, July 19th 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. LeMere Farms; 4140 Cty. Hwy. J; Abrams, WI 1.5 miles north of Hwy. 41 on Cty. J, or take Liegeois Road east from Hwy. 141 to J, turn north onto J and look for Parking signs. Featuring Dr. Shawn Conley, Winter Wheat and Soy Agronomist; Dr. Damon […]
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Join free online parenting classes. Connect with other parents. Get practical, positive parenting ideas. Help children grow. Raising WI Children online parenting classes are offered to all parents and caregivers. The following summer classes are available. You may choose to attend one or more of the following sessions: Learn more & register at:go.wisc.edu/parenting-classes Print or […]
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What is SNAP and how to apply? If you or someone you know needs extra help buying groceries, you may qualify for SNAP. The Feeding America Network can help you learn about your options and complete your application if you qualify. 2 Events!– June 29th from 10am to 3pm in Oshkosh: 2201 Oregon Street– June […]
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EFC – Encouraging Financial Conversations is a program designed for case managers, social workers, and other frontline staff to help empower clients achieve their financial goals and manage their money. EFC participants will learn techniques and strategies to help their clients create a financial goals action plan, build and maintain good credit, pay off debts, […]
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Five graduate students from the La Follette School of Public Affairs demonstrated that universal child savings accounts could have significant benefits for the state when they conducted the first statewide cost-benefit analysis of the idea last fall. Stephanie Mertens, Ian O’Connor-Giles, Adam Riley, Sam Schneider, and Tyler Williams completed the study on behalf of UW–Madison’s Division of […]
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Safety of Home Dried Mushrooms Fresh mushrooms have a short shelf life, usually 1-3 days at room temperature. For this reason, drying them either commercially or at home is an attractive alternative, because it lowers the water activity to below 0.85, thereby restricting the growth of pathogens (harmful bacteria). When dehydrated to a water activity […]
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