Welcome to Extension Buffalo County!
Extension’s mission is to connect people with the University of Wisconsin. We teach, learn, lead and serve, transforming lives and communities.
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.
Raising Wisconsin’s Children Conference
The Raising Wisconsin’s Children Conference is a free online event for parents, caregivers, teachers, and anyone who works with children. Experts share practical, research-based tips and strategies to support children’s growth, learning, and well-being.
Upcoming Events In Buffalo County
Latest News
Featured Update
Monthly 4-H STEM Toolkit Spotlight: Metal Working Toolkit and Featured Project!
Monthly STEM Toolkit Spotlight: Metal Working
This month’s 4-H STEM Toolkit spotlight features the Metal Working Toolkit, offering youth a creative, hands-on way to explore design, texture, and problem-solving through metal art. Members can try a foil-wrapped heart project at home using everyday materials or work together as a club by renting the full toolkit. This flexible project blends art and STEM and can be displayed as an ornament, window hanging, card, or framed piece — making it perfect for club meetings, project days, or independent learning.
2026 Buffalo County Fair Market Beef Weigh‑In Registration Now Open!
The registration link is now available for the 2026 Market Beef Weigh-In, which will take place on Saturday, February 21, 2026, at the Independence NFO Livestock Market Center. All exhibitors planning to show a market beef animal at the Buffalo County Fair must attend the weigh-in and complete pre-registration in advance. Registration Link: https://urldefense.com/v3/__https://link.edgepilot.com/s/696a94eb/zWZRm4PwqkmUwhpLGA8CKA?u=https:**Aforms.gle*tpRQdViZ4kadX8gg8__;Ly8v!!Mak6IKo!OEQYJmM7DUsftHwePnFhC4AcJdFruM15US7gTPP5svAS-K76iwzt8RiuYmkGiH_LfGYjEq25JLyx4_E9HhmzrRAnZWFDFfnn5Vohlg$ Please […]
Montana Pioneers 4‑H Club Kicks Off February with Bowling & Planning
The Montana Pioneers 4-H Club held its meeting at Club 10 on Sunday, February 8th. The members all had fun bowling together. Then, after bowling, they held a meeting where we discussed upcoming events and what toolkits we would like to get for our next meeting.
Cheerful Workers Create Foil-Wrapped Hearts at February Meeting
The Cheerful Workers 4-H Club gathered on February 1st for their monthly meeting, where they reviewed upcoming events and updates from the recent Leader’s Meeting. After wrapping up business, members dove into the Metal Works STEM Box, crafting yarn‑wrapped, foil-covered hearts and coloring them with markers. The group enjoyed the project so much that they’re hoping to explore more activities from the kit this spring.
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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
