Emerald Ash Borer in Wisconsin
Wisconsin officials with the Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection and the Department of Natural Resources announced August 4, 2008, that Emerald Ash Borer (EAB) has been identified in Wisconsin near Newburg in Ozaukee County. Below are key informational resources to assist with education and updates concerning State and local EAB issues.
Homeowner Guide to Emerald Ash Borer Insecticide Treatments -
 (2 pgs., 101 kb) - UW-Entomology
Wisconsin Emerald Ash Borer Resource Page -
UW-Madison, Wisconsin DNR, and Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection
Emerald Ash Borer Multi-State Information Page - Michigan, Illinois, Indiana, Maryland, Ohio, Pennsylvania, and Wisconsin
Emerald Ash Borer News
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UW-Madison Department of Entomology
Emerald Ash Borer Information
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Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection
Upcoming Programs:
Agriculture:
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 Corn Silage Whole-Plant Moisture Testing - September 4 and September 18
 Calf Raising Seminar...Start Em Right! - September 10, Schneider Brothers - Hilbert, WI
 Farm Management Update Seminar - September 12, Liberty Hall - Kimberly, WI
Community Development Education:
Free Medication Collection Event: Kewaunee County, Sept. 27, 2008, Kewaunee County Highway Dept. Hillside Shop, E2180 Hwy 54, Casco
Forum & Food Fair : October 4, 2008 at Algoma Farm Market Kitchen
4-H Youth Development:
Information about the Teen Association and Teen Board
Who is in the Teen Association?
All 4-H members who are in 7th grade and above are automatically in the Teen Association. You don't even have to sign up for an extra project to be a member. All you need to do if show up for the meetings and get ready to have some fun! Meetings are usually held every other month throughout the year. The 4-H calendar has a listing of all of these dates.
What happens at the meetings?
The group plans social and educational activities for teens, other 4-H youth, and families in Kewaunee County. Activities that the group planned in the past include: the teen lock-in, battle of the bands, winter snow day, project day, officer training, teen summer get-together, and much more. They also help at different activities and fund raisers that are held throughout the year.
Are the Teen Board and the Teen Association the same thing?
The Teen Board is the leadership team for the Teen Association. Ten members of the Association are elected to leadership roles such as: president, vice-president, treasurer, secretary, reporter, and members at large. Also, the teen board members meet with members of the adult board about six times a year.
 4-H Arts Camp: October 4-5, 2008.
If you're in Middle School, grades 6-8, don't miss 4-H Arts Camp! Where else can you go to one place to learn about music, drama, visual arts, photography, communications, and juggling. The camper registration deadline is September 1st. For more information or forms contact Jill at (920)388-7135 or click on the following link: http://www.uwex.edu/ces/4h/events/artscamp/index.cfm
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Kewaunee County - UW Extension
810 Lincoln Avenue
Kewaunee, WI 54216
Phone: 920-388-7141
Fax: 920-388-7159
Office Hours: M-F, 8 am to 4:30 pm
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Kewaunee
County Agriculture's Value and Economic Impact
 Agriculture
is an important economic force in Kewaunee County. It includes
hundreds of family-owned farms, related businesses and industries
that provide equipment, services, and other products farmers
need to process, market and deliver food and fiber to consumers.
The production, sales and processing of Kewaunee County's farm
products generates employment, economic activity, income and
tax revenue for the county.
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information
Avian Influenza - Should I Be Scared?
 There
has been a great deal of news about avian influenza recently.
Stories have ranged from doomsday predictions to those who
say it is all being overblown. So, should you be concerned?
Yes, you should be concerned.
Read
the facts about Avian Influenza
HIGHLIGHTS
 Foghorn
Newsletter
View or print a copy of our latest Foghorn newsletter. A monthly
collection of information for Kewaunee County in our areas of
expertise: Community and Natural Resource Development Education,
Agricultural Education, 4-H Youth Development, Family Living Education and
Home And Community Education .
 Got
a question? Answers to your questions Free. View
the InfoSource
web site for topic lists and more information on how
to use this valuable resource.
MISSION
With an office in each Wisconsin county, Cooperative Extension
develops practical educational programs tailored to local needs
and based on university knowledge and research.
County-based Extension educators are University of Wisconsin
faculty and staff who are experts in agriculture and agribusiness,
community and economic development, natural resources, family
living and youth development.
Extension county-based
faculty and staff live and work with the people they serve in
communities across the state. Extension specialists work on UW
System campuses where they access current research and knowledge.
Collaboration between county and campus faculty is the hallmark
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