Have you been noticing a bright green vine that has been climbing up trees and fencelines this summer? What you are seeing is Wild Cucumber (Echinocystis lobata), a member of the Cucurbitaceae family which includes cucumbers, squash, and melons. Wild cucumber is a native plant of Wisconsin and most of North America. Additional information on wild cucumber.
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January 3, 2014- Weather forecasts are predicting some very cold weather for the weekend. Livestock owners should pay special attention to their animals this weekend and through next week. Pay attention to calves as they are more susceptible to the cold than mature animals. If possible, provide extra dry bedding this weekend to help protect them from frostbite. Also, providing extra feed this weekend will help animals that are going to need the added calories to stay warm. See the WI D
The PARENT PACT is a handy, colorful 2-page guide about house rules for parents of teens and tweens. Guidelines about alcohol, bullying, weapons, cellphone and Internet use, and much more. Conversation starters to use with other parents when your children and their friends are at each other’s houses. Developed by the Marquette County Parent Information Exchange(PIE). and endorsed by many community agencies and groups. Check it out! PARENT PACT
