The University of Wisconsin–Madison Division of Extension is seeking a Regional Crops Educator. The Regional Crops Educator will work with producers in their service area to identify needs and deliver research-based solutions to help them meet their goals. This position will cover Buffalo, Trempealeau, and Jackson counties. The Regional Crops Educator position is designed to […]
National 4-H Week October 5th – 11th National 4-H Week is our chance to celebrate youth who are learning new skills, serving others, and building a brighter Buffalo County. Wearing green is a simple way to say, “I’m part of something bigger,” and to invite others to join. Enjoy the highlights below! Spot your club? […]
Celebrating 4-H Record Books 4-H Records are an important tool for documenting and celebrating each member’s 4-H journey. They provide a space to reflect on the past year’s activities, set goals for the future, and realize not only how much has been accomplished, but more importantly, how much has been learned. This year, we’re proud […]
Are you interested in finding new SPARKS and project areas? Check out the NEW 2025-26 Wisconsin 4-H Project Guide Visit the Wisconsin 4-H Projects website for in depth information about each project. Explore the new Discover Your Path video series which guides you from identifying your Sparks to exploring the project. Choose your Project Areas […]
When you join 4-H, you’re a part of something big! 4-H is the nation’s largest youth development organization, with more than six million members and over 90,000 clubs. Join or Re-Enroll in Buffalo County 4-H Today! 2025-2026 4-H Enrollment period: September 4th – November 1st Enroll before November 1st for a chance to win a 4-H […]
2025 Buffalo County 4-H Displays 🌱🎉 Buffalo County 4-H Displays are Back! 🎉🌱 Celebrate National 4-H Week (Oct 5–11) by showing off your club pride with a creative Lawn or Window Display! 🏡✨ Use one of these themes:🔹 Ready to Lead, Built to Grow🔹 Bold Steps, Bright Future🔹 Where Futures Take Root ✅ Include a […]
On April 21st, Cochrane-Fountain City School hosted an exciting Math and Science Night, where elementary-aged students had the opportunity to engage in various math and science activities. Among these activities, Bianca Mullen, 4-H Program Assistant, and Stephanie Foust, 4-H Associate Educator, guided the students through a hands-on fire tile activity. Engaging with about 100 students, […]
Buffalo / Pepin County Teen Court welcomed 15 new panel members at their training on April 11th at the Buffalo County Courthouse in Alma. These new panelists join another 30 high school students already serving as peer judges. Teen Court hears over 25 cases a year across the two counties, with referrals from the juvenile […]
On March 21st and 28th, Associate 4-H Educator Stephanie Foust organized two engaging “Sparks Days.” Participants explored a variety of activities, including 3D printing, using 3D pens, and creating spin art. They also participated in a meaningful service-learning project, sewing pillowcases for the “Sleep in Heavenly Peace” initiative. Art Sparks Maxville Art Sparks Buffalo City
More than 40 Buffalo County 4-H meat animal project members were trained in the national Youth for the Quality Care of Animals (YQCA) requirements by certified trainer, Buffalo County 4-H Youth Development Educator, Annie Lisowski, on Wednesday, March 26 in Mondovi. The youth practiced discussing life skills and learned more about animal wellness and animal […]
At their March meeting, the Glencoe Hustlers 4-H Club members had an exciting opportunity to explore the woodburning toolkit. They enthusiastically created various woodburning projects, including picture frames and door signs, showcasing their creativity and craftsmanship.
The Golden Hornets 4-H Club took a sweet adventure to Valley Springs Maple Syrup in Waumandee, Wisconsin, on Sunday, March 23rd! Members and their families learned firsthand how maple syrup is made, from tapping trees to boiling sap into syrup. The owners, Susan Pronschinske and Arick Pronschinske, welcomed the group, who explained how sap is […]
Alison George Hilltop Climbers 4-H Club 4-H Youth Leadership Scholarship $500 Scholarship One outstanding 4-H leadership experience for me was when I had the opportunity of being chosen as one of four 4-H members throughout Wisconsin to travel to Washington D.C. in March 2023 to be part of a beef ambassador team for a program […]
On March 21st, Bianca Mullen, the Buffalo County 4-H Program Assistant, inspired future students and 4-H members at the Alma Child Development Day. The youth were thrilled to receive grab-and-go 4-H Greenhouses, allowing them to plant seeds and witness their growth firsthand! 🌱
Do you have a current Premise ID number? A premise ID number is required to submit animal information in 4-H Online or FairEntry for the following livestock: Beef, Dairy, Sheep, Swine, Horse, Poultry, and Goats. Premises registration is mandatory in Wisconsin, regardless of how many animals you own or how they are used. Livestock premises […]
Join our UW-Madison Division of Extension Farm Management Specialists, Joy Kirkpatrick, Steph Plaster, Kelly Wilfert, and Kevin Bernhardt as they lead discussions and activities during the Cultivating Your Farm’s Future workshop series. This virtual program will provide tools and resources for farmers who want to start their succession plans. The program will explore the three-step process of […]
The Buffalo/Pepin County Teen Court Annual Report for the 2024 calendar year is now available. Learn more about what our young people in restorative justice have been up to for the last twelve months.
