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Programs
Agriculture
If it happens on a farm or in a field, the Extension Institute of Agriculture works with you to achieve better results
4-H
Preparing youth for successful futures by engaging in fun, hands-on 4-H activities
Supporting Families & Finances
Supporting families in caring for each other in ways that promote growth and understanding
Horticulture
Covering everything from soil to trees, water quality to plant health, and every insect in between.
FoodWIse
Providing nutrition education to advance healthy eating habits and active lifestyles for families with limited incomes.
Community Garden
enhance the well-being and beauty of the community by assisting people in growing and consuming fresh produce
News and Events
Unlock Your Best Self with WeCOPE: Register Now!
WeCOPE is a skills‑based program designed to help adults manage stress by building and strengthening positive emotions. Research shows that when people intentionally practice positivity, they often experience improved well‑being, reduced stress, and even make healthier everyday choices. This program is grounded in the work of Dr. Judith Moskowitz, whose studies demonstrate that positive emotions […]
Kick Off Meeting & Hoards Dairyman Contest Practice
Interested in Dairy Judging or already part of the team? Join us for our Kick Off Meeting and Hoards Dairyman Contest Practice as we get the season started. Date: March 15Time: 7:00 PMLocation: Room 110, Barron County Government Center (335 E Monroe Ave, Barron) Pizza and drinks will be provided. All Junior and Senior members, […]
February 22 – Horse Project and Drill Team Meeting
Sunday, February 22 at 5PM at the Barron County Government Center (335 E Monroe Ave, Barron, WI) This is an important meeting to attend Don’t forget to check out the Barron County 4-H Horse project website where you will find all of the information you need (current forms and the links below will be posted […]
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 […]
Welcome Tawonga Zakeyu: New Agriculture Educator!
UW–Madison Division of Extension is excited to welcome Tawonga Zakeyu, our new Regional Diversified Vegetables and Emerging Crops Educator, who began her role in January 2026. Tawonga will serve Barron, Burnett, Sawyer, and Washburn counties, working closely with small and mid-scale mixed vegetable farms and producers of emerging crops. In this role, Tawonga will support […]
4-H Leathercraft Project
For full project information, visit: https://barron.extension.wisc.edu/4h/leathercraft/ Registration and ordering Link (see below for details before registering): https://uwmadison.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_8HYIVGN5egfojFI Interested in trying or registering for Leathercraft? Project Dates: February 28, March 21, March 28, April 18 at the Barron County Government Center (room 110) – 335 E Monroe Ave, Barron WI You do not have to make […]
February Project Discovery Days – Registration open
Register here: https://26ddfeb.4honline.com February 14 from 9AM to Noon at the UW EC-Barron County Campus – Ritzinger Hall (1800 College Drive, Rice Lake WI) Sessions/Supplies: Hanger Shelf ($10):A creative way to hang your jeans, or anything you want! Build a shelf with many hooks. Supplies needed: phillips screw driver/drill, drills, sanders, and a hammer Puzzle Piece […]
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Our Office
Dear Extension visitors, We appreciate your interest in our programming. Currently, we are able to serve you by appointment only. Due to county budget cuts to the Extension support staff position, our office’s ability to be open to serve you has been impacted. If you’d like to engage with our staff on agriculture, 4-H, FoodWIse, and family programming, please contact the educators directly available at barron.extension.wisc.edu and make arrangements in advance.
Extension Barron County
1800 College Dr.
Rice Lake, WI 54868
Phone: 715-788-6240
711 for Wisconsin Relay
Hours: M-F 8:00 am – 4:30 pm
Educators are not always in the office, so please be sure to call and schedule an appointment ahead of time.
The office is closed on all major holidays.