Diagnostic Labs Available

UW Madison Diagnostic Labs UW–Madison Division of Extension offers a wide range of diagnostic services to support our community, growers, homeowners, and local businesses. Whether you need help with plant diseases, insect identification, turf health issues, or soil testing, our trusted UW diagnostic labs are here to provide fast, reliable answers to your questions. Soil […]

Learn SnapPlus V3: Join Our Free Six‑Session Training Series

SnapPlus (Soil Nutrient Application Planner) is Wisconsin’s nutrient management planning software that helps farmers make the best use of their on-farm nutrients and make informed decisions about commercial fertilizer purchases. If you use SnapPlus for nutrient management planning, you’re likely aware that Version 3 brings some significant changes. Extension, DATCP, and the SnapPlus Team are hosting a free six-part […]

2026 Fair (Clover Cafe and Shake stand sign-up)

Adult Leaders Food Stand(you received your club numbers in your folder at the meeting-essentially it is one volunteer per family–if you tell people that you usually get enough): https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0C4DACA92CA6FAC43-63847616-2026 Money raised at the Clover Cafe is given back to the Barron County 4-H program. It pays for educational experiences, camp, programming, scholarships and more. Shake […]

4-H Key Award Applications (11th-13th grade)

4-H Key Award Information Key Award – Barron County 4-H Key Award (must be in 11th, 12th, or one year post high school during the 2025-2026 4-H year). Application can be found here:  https://go.wisc.edu/6547zaor on the Barron County 4-H Website. The Wisconsin 4-H Key Award is the highest recognition a 4-H member can receive, honoring youth […]

Barron County Fair Barn Quilt Square Contest

July 15–19, 2026 Barn quilts were originally created as a way to encourage economic development by promoting agricultural tourism and local businesses while drawing travelers into rural communities. While traditional quilts are made from many repeating squares, a barn quilt is always a single square design. During her time as Barron County Fairest of the […]

Exciting News from Barron County 4-H

Dear Barron County 4-H, members, families and volunteers, I’m excited to share that I have recently transitioned from my role as the Barron County 4-H Program Associate to become your new Barron County Associate 4-H Program Educator. I’m grateful for the opportunity to work alongside Barron County 4-H Program Educator Sara Waldron in a new […]

Registration is now open for the spring virtual Planning AHEAD series!

Planning AHEAD is a comprehensive end-of-life planning program for all ages developed by UW–Madison Division of Extension faculty and staff. The series includes 7 one-hour sessions that are grounded in research to lead participants in understanding how to prepare for the end-of-life for themselves or a loved one, and why it’s important to have a […]

Badger Dairy Camp

The Department of Animal and Dairy Sciences and the Dairy Innovation Hub are hosting Badger Dairy Camp on the UW-Madison campus from Thursday, July 9th, through Sunday, July 12th. Campers will stay and dine at the Dejope Residence Hall to experience the full student experience (double occupancy; roommate requests available). The tentative schedule includes hands-on […]

Donate today

The Barron County 4-H Leaders Association is launching something new this year—a sticker campaign! We invite you to show your support for a great organization by making a donation, we will then send you a window cling for you to hang to show that you are a supporter of Barron County 4-H. It’s a simple […]

Did You Know We Have a Project Curriculum Library?

The Barron County 4-H Office has a Project Curriculum Library filled with books and resources to help you learn new skills and find ideas for your next project. Visit the Office to see what is available! 📍 1800 College Dr, Rice Lake, WI 54868📞 715-788-6219📧 4h@co.barron.wi.us