Agriculture

Wisconsin’s farms and agricultural businesses generate more than $59.6 billion in economic activity and provide jobs for 353,991 people.  Research from University of Wisconsin-Madison and UW-Extension shows how important agriculture is to the state’s economy.  Our agriculture team works hard to use this research to the people of Ipsum county.

Current Opportunities

agriculture-fieldRent a Garden

For urban residents who do not have a place to garden, the garden plot rental program provides an opportunity to grow nutritious food, save grocery money, enjoy some exercise and share family traditions. To learn more about renting a garden, visit the Garden Rental web site or contact the garden rental assistant at…

Accessible Gardening

Since 1995, Extension Urban Agriculture staff have been teaching gardeners with physical and developmental limitations the joy and techniques of gardening. We train clients and caregivers at our innovative accessible demonstration garden and adjacent greenhouse. For more information about accessible gardening or to arrange a tour, contact…

Organic MicroFarming

The Shoots n’ Roots Urban MicroFarm Training program teaches small scale vegetable growing, using research-based organic practices and results from the Organic Learning Center MicroFarm project. Participants learn organic methods to increase their food production on a small scale to supplement their family’s food budget or to begin farming businesses. For more information, contact us at…

Contact Us

Ipsum county has two Agricultural agents working with us. Feel free to contact either of these agents with any questions you may have related to their specialties or with any other agricultural questions you may have.  Contacting us is free and we’d love to help.

Male Agriculture AgentPeter Howard

Peter Howard is our Dairy and Livestock agent who works primarily with animal health, milk quality, farm management, and the Wisconsin Beef Information center.
608-555-5555
peter.howard@example.com
The Pyle Center,
702 Langdon St,
Madison, WI 53706

Female Agriculture AgentKelly Hall

Kelly Hall is our Crops and Farm Management Agent who works primarily on farm succession issues (estate planning, farm business arrangements), farm management education, and pesticide application.
608-555-5555
kelly.hall@example.com
The Pyle Center,
702 Langdon St,
Madison, WI 53706