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Extension Buffalo County Programs
4-H
4-H is a community of young people across America who are learning leadership, citizenship, and life skills!
Youth Development
Youth development helps young people become responsible adults by enhancing their education, health, social skills, and emotional well-being
Agriculture
If it happens on a farm or in a field, the Extension Institute of Agriculture works with you to achieve better results.
Family Relationships and Finances
Providing a source of research and quality information about families, relationships & finance.
Upcoming Events In Buffalo County
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2026 Livestock Showmanship Clinic
The 2026 4-H Livestock Showmanship Clinic is being hosted by the Doug and Patty George family at their farm. The clinic will include information about how to exhibit sheep, beef, swine, and goats in the ring as well as how to prepare them for the show. Animal nutrition information will also be presented. 📅 Tuesday, […]
Featured Update
Register Today! Buffalo County 4-H: STEAM ADVENTURE DAYS 2026
Hands‑On Summer Fun for Youth! Join Buffalo County 4‑H for STEAM Adventure Days, an exciting outdoor, drop‑off program designed to spark curiosity and creativity through Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics (STEAM). Youth will participate in hands‑on, interactive breakout sessions while exploring, creating, and learning alongside peers. This program is open to all youth and […]
Apply Now: Outstanding 4-H Member Award 2026
Do you know a 4-H member who truly goes above and beyond? The Outstanding 4-H Member Award is an opportunity to recognize a dedicated member who demonstrates leadership, commitment, and a positive impact within their club and community. This special award, generously supported by the 4-H Leaders Association, honors up to two outstanding members each […]
2026 Teen Court Scholarship Recipients
Congratulations Teen Court Scholarship Recipients! Tori Creighton, the recipient of the $500 scholarship, is a three-year member of the Buffalo/Pepin County Teen Court program from the Alma Area High School. During her time on the panel, Tori led several hearings, participated in two mock hearings at 8th grade days, and supported incoming teen court panel […]
Welcome Payton Freund to Buffalo County 4-H!
We are excited to welcome Payton Freund to the Buffalo County 4-H team as our new 4-H Program Outreach Associate! Payton brings a strong background in 4-H and youth development, with over a decade of involvement in the program. Payton has participated in 4-H as a youth member, served as a volunteer, and contributed as […]
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Extension Buffalo County
407 S. Second Street, Room 1210
Alma, WI 54610-0276
Phone: 608-685-6256
Hours: M-T: 8-4, F: 8-12
The office is closed on all major holidays and the day after Thanksgiving