Extension Dane County

Tomato late blight was confirmed this week on foliar and fruit tissues from a plant sample submitted from the western edge of Dane County. This is the first confirmation of late blight on tomato or potato in Wisconsin for 2024.  Originally the late blight was thought to be a possible sunscald as the symptoms on tomato […]

The Green Thumb Gardening class series will give you the practical knowledge to keep your home garden thriving! Dane County Extension educator Lisa Johnson will provide in depth and accessible information for everyone from the novice to the experienced gardener. Most classes are Thursdays 5:30 – 7:30 pm; two classes are on Tuesdays. Register for the […]

Jorge Islas-Martinez immigrated to the United States more than 25 years ago. Today, he is well-known in the Whitewater community where he works as a bilingual liaison for the school district and volunteers with several organizations. One of his most recognized contributions, he started teaching English as a second language and is still running that […]