Barron County News and Events

Improve your gardening skills with Extension!

Growing and Caring for Plants in Wisconsin:Foundations in GardeningRegister Now Want to be a better gardener? Whether you’re new to gardening or looking to deepen your skill set, Growing and Caring for Plants in Wisconsin: Foundations in Gardening is the course for you. This online, self-paced course teaches practical gardening skills along with easy-to-understand explanations […]

Education Station – Barron County Fair

Housed in the Youth Expo Building, the Education Station features many great, and new, activities for kids, families and adults of all ages. Introduced in 2022 the Education Station offers hands-on educational activities and demonstrations throughout fair week (July 15-July 19). Once again, the “Sew at the Fair” service project will also be housed in […]

Welcome Charlotte Odden

Welcome Charlotte Odden, Barron County 4-H Summer Intern Hello, my name is Charlotte Odden, and I am the new Barron County 4-H Summer Intern. I am from Barronett, WI and will be a sophomore at South Dakota State University in the fall. I am majoring in Animal Science with a minor in Agricultural Business with […]

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 […]

Horse Project – Communication App

BAND App-Communication If you have not added the BAND app-this is the communication tool for the horse project this year. Open this invite link below on your smartphone or desktop to join the group.  Please check your email or contact the 4-H office for the link to the Horse Project Band Group. Here is a […]

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 […]

Want Expert Answers to Your Gardening Questions?

The University of Wisconsin–Madison Extension Horticulture Program is a trusted source of horticultural expertise, dedicated to providing Wisconsin residents with clear, research‑based guidance. We offer evidence‑driven education, practical resources, and decision‑making tools to help home gardeners and commercial growers keep their plants healthy while supporting a sustainable environment. Ask Your Gardening Question: LIVE Join our […]

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 […]