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, […]
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 […]
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.
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 […]
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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