• Pesticide Applicator Training (PAT) Program

    To become certified or recertified in Wisconsin: Required: You must purchase the base training fee with manual (book). This is $30.00. Required: You must take and pass the certification test (General Farming, Fruit Crops or Greenhouse & Nursery). Training: Three training options are available. Self-study (schedule test, 70% pass grade), Online computer-based training (schedule test, […]

  • Test your Dial Gauge Canners Each Year

    It is recommended that dial gauge pressure canners be checked for accuracy every year to ensure safe, delicious, home canned foods all year round.

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Pesticide Applicator Testing 2023

To become certified or recertified in Wisconsin: There are three certification training options to choose from: OPTION 1: Self-Study Purchase the training fee with manual for $30.00 either from your participating County Extension Office or the UW PAT Store.PAT Store: https://patstore.wisc.edu Study on your own.70% pass grade OPTION 2: Computer-based Purchase the training fee with […]

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Food Safety for Fall Gatherings

Let’s talk Food Safety! As fall gatherings approach, a few simple steps will not only ease your holiday fears, but will ensure a delicious and a safe meal for you, your family, and your friends. This information may help you prepare your special meal.

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Canner Testing & Food Preservation

Jan/Feb 2022 (canning quick breads, 2-piece lids)      Mar/Apr 2022 (pickling eggs, Easter egg safety)     May/June 2022 (sweet spreads, canning with less sugar)  July/Aug 2022  (testing canner lids, summer squash) Quick Tips for Educators & Staff answering food preservation questions Testing Dial Gauge Canners toolkit NOTE: The Presto testing unit  is used to test gauges for National, Magic Seal, Maid of Honor and Presto brand canners only. The All American […]

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Boxelder Bug

Boxelder bugs(Boisea trivittatus, Family Rhopalidae, scentless plant bugs) are common insects from mid-summer through fall, and sometimes in spring. The gray and red adults are about ½ inch long. Nymphs (immatures) are bright red with darker heads and look like the adults, but without developed wings. They tend to be most abundant after summers when […]

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