This class will include a lecture portion on the art and science of germinating wildflower seed using two techniques for the winter-sown method, as well as information on starting cold, hardy vegetable seed in DIY mini greenhouses. The lecture portion will be followed by a hands-on activity in the Dane County Extension Teaching Garden Greenhouse […]
As Community Development Educator, Sharon Lezberg prepares to retire from UW–Madison Extension Dane County, we extend our deep appreciation for 21 years of service in various UW-Extension roles.
We’re excited to welcome Amelia Steen-Martin as our new Nutrition Educator. Amelia is passionate about local food systems, seasonal eating, and making nutrition education fun and accessible.
Are you passionate about community impact, education, and equity? The Dane County Extension Department is offering an exciting opportunity to join our team as a Tax Assistance Site Scheduler. This limited-term position is perfect for someone looking to make a meaningful difference. Applications Due by: 12-9-2025 About the RoleAs the Tax Assistance Site Scheduler, you’ll […]
Dane County is fortunate to have dozens of local farm stands and farmers markets. However, income, transportation, and mobility barriers can render them inaccessible, especially for low-income seniors. The Senior Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program (SFMNP) supports low-income seniors in accessing fresh produce by providing seasonal vouchers they can redeem at participating markets and farm stands. […]
Hired managers play a crucial role on vegetable farms. They provide leadership to the farm crew, share responsibilities with the farm employer, and ultimately can strengthen the health of the farm business. However, conversations with farmworkers showed that their limited access to formal training opportunities in leadership and employee management was making them second guess […]
When the COVID-19 pandemic disrupted our local (and national/global) food system, it revealed and amplified weaknesses and inequities in our food system. It was clear that there was a critical need to strengthen our local and regional food system against future disruptions. In 2021, the Dane County Food Council with Dane County Extension’s Community Food […]
Since 2005, Dane County UW Extension has been involved in the free tax preparation initiative known as the Richard Dilley Tax Center. This collaborative effort is possible through a partnership with many incredible volunteers, the UW Madison South Madison Partnership, and the Wisconsin Department of Revenue with funding support from the Internal Revenue Services through […]
Yes, this time of year we often see some leaf damage courtesy of some garden friends and garden foes (as well as hail!). Holes are not necessarily a reason to panic and pull out the insecticide sprayer. In fact, they can be an indicator that your ecosystem is healthy and functioning as it should. The […]
The pruning season for many woody plants has been especially difficult to determine this year as the temperatures have swung wildly between frigid and too warm for pruning certain species. Temperature is critical in determining when it is safe to prune oak trees. This is due to the activity of the beetles that carry oak […]
With 84 percent of youth around the world reporting that they are worried about the threat that climate change poses to people and the planet, Mayor Satya Rhodes-Conway announced in March of 2024 that Madison would join Bloomberg Philanthropies’ new Youth Climate Action Fund, which provided technical assistance and funding for 100 Mayors to activate […]
The FoodWIse program in Dane County is federally funded by the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program-Education (SNAP-Ed) and the Expanded Food and Nutrition Education Program (EFNEP). With local strengths, we support healthy eating habits, active lifestyles and healthy community environments for Wisconsin residents experiencing limited incomes through nutrition education at the individual, community and systems levels. […]
