Langlade County

  For dairy quality (150 RFV) hay, cut a field at 165-170 RFV as 15% of the dry matter is lost during harvest. Make adjustments for harvest time, to bring in the crop in under two weeks at this target quality the dairyman should begin cutting at 190 RFV.   Bryant. Monday, May 21 scissor [...]

It’s that time of year again 4-Her’s….FAIR TIME! I hope your all working on your projects and getting ready for another exciting year! In preparation for 4-H Animal Exhibits (Dairy, Beef, Sheep, Swine, Rabbits, Poultry, Horse, Goat) you are asked to fill out a “Animal Information Form” this form is ONLY for animal entries, none of your [...]

The staff of UW-Extension presented their annual report to the full County Board at the May 15, 2012 meeting.  To see a copy of the report, 2011 County Board Report

100th year anniversary of Cooperative Extension in Wisconsin, was a success!  The Langlade County Extension Office held their open house on Monday May 14th from 4-6 p.m., root beer floats and cookies were handed out with the celebration , in total over 50 people in attendance. Thank you Langlade County for your support!                                                                                      [...]

Enjoy the Summer with the Horse & Pony Project Speed & Pleasure Shows!   2012 Horse & Pony Speed Show 2012 Open Pleasure Show

The 2012 Rabbit Fun Day will be held May 19th from 9:00 am-3:30 pm at the Langlade County Fairgrounds, Grey Building.     Rabbit Fun Day Form

With the demolition of the old cattle barn underway, Langlade County has put out a bid package for the new building as of March 12, 2012. The bid materials are available at the Forestry Department Building located at the Langlade County Fairgrounds. 715-627-6371 for general information, 715-627-6313 (Alex) to make a donation, 715-627-6307 for questions [...]

2012 March Ag Newsletter

We have made great progress but do have over $60,000 to raise yet! So donations or pledges can be dropped off at the Extension office or at the Courthouse Treasurers office. Pledge forms are available here. $1000 gets name recognition in a stall, anonymous donations could be made to honor a 4-H club. Cattle Barn Pledge [...]

Commercial Vegetable Production in Wisconsin—2012  (A3422) A.J. Bussan, J.B. Colquhoun, E.M. Cullen, V.M. Davis, A.J. Gevens, R.L. Groves, D.J. Heider, M.D. Ruark The latest recommendations for disease, insect, and weed pest management, plus lime and fertilizer recommendations. Also includes insect identification and keys (256 pages; December 2011).   Vegetables covered include: asparagus, bean, carrot, celery, cole [...]