Ozaukee County 4-H Key Award Application The Wisconsin 4-H Key Award recognizes 4-H youth who have shown long-term commitment to 4-H, demonstrated leadership growth, and contributed positively to their club, county, and community. Application requirements for Key Award: Cover letter, Resume, Letter of Recommendation, Essay Response, and Interview Application Deadline: January 30, 2026

Ozaukee County 4-H Funding Support for Educational Travel Opportunities Application Spring application is open for funding support offered through the Ozaukee County 4-H Leaders Association. This support aims to assist 4-H youth registered or applying for educational travel opportunities offered by WI 4-H! Spring Educational Travel Opportunities: CWF@Ignite, Space Camp, Summer Academy, Ignite by 4-H, […]

New Countywide 4-H Projects Ozaukee County 4-H is excited to introduce four new countywide projects this year: Dance, Veterinary Science, Adventure, and Photography. These projects reflect the wide range of interests among our youth and the strong volunteer support that makes growth like this possible. The new countywide projects strengthen connections across clubs and expand […]

2026 Local Government Leadership Academy Announced Strong communities start with strong leadership. The Local Government Leadership Academy (LGLA) is designed to equip local government professionals with the skills and confidence to lead effectively and make a lasting impact. This nine-month, cohort-based program combines in-person workshops, virtual sessions, online self-study, and goal-setting exercises to help participants […]

Ozaukee County 4-H volunteers gathered on November 15, 2025, for an evening dedicated to recognizing the people who keep our program strong. The annual Leaders Banquet brought together project leaders, club leaders, board members, and community partners for a night centered on gratitude, reflection, and well-deserved celebration. This year’s banquet highlighted the individuals and businesses […]

This fall, Ozaukee County 4-H youth are taking their skills to the next level through three statewide programs — Wisconsin 4-H Arts Camp, State 4-H Horse Expo, and Fall Forum. Each event helps youth explore their interests while building confidence, communication, and career readiness skills. Two middle school members recently attended Wisconsin 4-H Arts Camp, […]

Cloverbud 4-H Discovery Kit Audience: Grades K5-2 Register: Opens October 30; closes November 16, 2025 Learn what 4-H means and explore Head, Heart, Hands, and Health through this hands-on 4-H Discovery Kit designed for any youth in grades kindergarten through 2nd grade! Youth may need adult supervision with some of the activities. Flexible Virtual Learning! […]

This year, Wisconsin 4-H released a newly updated Statewide Project Guide, giving families, youth, and volunteers a clearer picture of the wide variety of projects and opportunities available through 4-H. The guide brings together resources from across the state into one easy-to-navigate format, designed to help youth explore their sparks—the passions and interests that motivate […]

The Ozaukee County 4-H Foundation proudly continues its legacy of supporting youth development, education, and leadership through its annual scholarship program. In 2025, the Foundation awarded over $30,000 in scholarships to 15 exceptional 4-H members who exemplify the organization’s core values: leadership, service, personal growth, and community engagement. These scholarships are made possible by generous […]

Which is the grayest county in Wisconsin (as measured by percent of people 65 or older)?  Which county is the least gray?  The answers can be found on a map of Wisconsin created by Applied Population Lab (APL) at UW-Madison. APL also recently created an animated chart that illustrates the changing age structure in Wisconsin […]

The Ozaukee County 4-H Horse and Pony Project is taking bold steps toward a stronger future by launching a youth-adult strategic planning process focused on inclusion, engagement, and long-term success. Following a series of educator-led surveys, both youth and adult members identified key areas for improvement, including clearer communication, stronger youth voice, and more intentional […]

Author: Steven Deller, Professor, Agricultural & Applied Economics The current administration’s trade policies, including tariffs on key partners, have sparked renewed focus on the role of foreign exports in Wisconsin’s economy. Since 2010, Wisconsin’s exports have grown by 39%, or $7.7 billion, reaching a total of $27.5 billion in 2024 and accounting for 8.1% of […]

The Ozaukee County 4-H program is committed to ensuring youth voices shape the future of its programming. To better understand the needs and interests of older youth, a county-wide survey was distributed, gathering valuable insights on leadership opportunities, county-level engagement, and barriers to participation in state and national 4-H events. Survey results highlighted a strong […]

The president of the board of the Rotary Club of Cedarburg-Grafton contacted Paul to facilitate a process that would create a strategic plan for the organization.  As part of the planning process, the chamber was also interested in receiving feedback from its members.   To achieve the planning objectives, Paul first conducted a membership engagement survey […]

Sustainability is a common topic of discussion in agriculture. We typically equate sustainability to the environment, but it actually has three facets: environmental, financial, and social. Social sustainability involves the well-being of the people impacted, and financial sustainability involves making decisions to promote the financial viability of an entity.  When discussing the implementation of conservation […]

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Statewide, agriculture is a $104.8 billion industry and provides 413,500 jobs! Agriculture is a vital part of the economy in nearly every Wisconsin county, whether urban or rural. Family-owned farms, food processors and agriculture-related businesses generate thousands of jobs and millions of dollars of economic activity while contributing to local income and tax revenues. The […]