Waushara County Extension
Extension’s mission is to connect people with the University of Wisconsin. We teach, learn, lead and serve, transforming lives and communities.
Upcoming Events
Direct Marketing Beef Workshop
📅 August 20, 2026
🕕 6:00–8:00 PM
📍 Green Lake County Government Center
571 Co Rd A, Green Lake, WI 54941
Topics include: ✅ Easy-to-use marketing tools and free content creation resources
✅ Licensing and labeling requirements with a speaker from DATCP
✅ Understanding consumer expectations, including: • Quality and yield grades
• Dressing percentage
• Knowing when cattle are finished
• Matching animal size to your marketing plan
🍪 Refreshments will be provided!
Registration is FREE. To register, contact the Green Lake County Extension Office: 📞 920-294-4032
📧 adam.hartfiel@wisc.edu
Whether you’re just getting started with direct marketing or looking to expand your current operation, this workshop offers practical information you can put to use right away. We hope to see you there! 🐂
September Lunch & Learn: Fall Cover Crops for the Garden
Looking for ways to improve your garden’s health this fall? Join UW–Extension Regional Crops Educator Karen Bender for a Lunch & Learn on the benefits of planting cover crops in your garden!
September 29
12:00–1:00 PM
Waushara County Government Center
Learn how cover crops can:
Reduce soil and wind erosion Improve soil nutrients Increase beneficial earthworms and microbes Reduce weed pressure Attract beneficial insects
You’ll leave with practical tips and the confidence to plant cover crops in your own garden this fall!
Questions? Contact Extension Waushara County at 920-787-0416.
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Program Areas in Waushara County
4-H Program
The four H’s are head, heart, hands, and health. That means we are committed to providing opportunities for youth to learn life skills like decision-making, problem solving, caring for others, generosity, making healthy choices, and more. 4-H involves youth in project-based education. Through project learning, youth can explore their interests (“sparks”) and master new skills.
Livestock
Helping farmers, consumers and allied industry to make informed decisions about beef cattle, poultry, sheep and goats, equine, swine, and meat science
Community Development
Extension’s Community Development Institute provides educational programming to assist leaders, communities, and organizations realize their fullest potential. We work with communities to build the vitality that enhances their quality of life and enriches the lives of their residents.
Crops and Soil
Providing Wisconsin farmers research-backed resources, educational events, and decision-making tools to optimize crop yield and keep fields, marshes, and orchards thriving.
