Summer is field day season for the agricultural research stations operated by the University of Wisconsin–Madison’s College of Agricultural and Life Sciences. Over the course of the growing season, the stations will host numerous public events to share research updates and educational information with agricultural professionals, home gardeners and others.

Below is a list of some of this season’s field day offerings. Events are free unless otherwise noted. For a full list of field days and outreach events — that will be continually updated throughout the summer — please visit cals.wisc.edu/fielddays.  

All field days and outreach events are open to all. Accommodations may be requested; please see each event for specific contact information to make a request. The University of Wisconsin–Madison provides equal opportunities in employment and programming in compliance with state and federal law.

Hancock Potato Research Field Day
Thursday, July 9, 1:00 p.m.
Hancock Agricultural Research Station, N3909 County Rd V, Hancock, WI 54943
Join growers and industry representatives to network and get research updates on potato projects. The event will include field wagon tours, a self-guided tour of facilities, and a barbeque chicken dinner with sweet corn and potatoes sponsored by the Wisconsin Potato & Vegetable Growers Associate Division. For more information, contact hancock@cals.wisc.edu.

Rhinelander Field Day
Thursday, July 23, 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Rhinelander Agricultural Station, 4181 Camp Bryn Afon Road, Rhinelander, WI 54501
This event features a field wagon tour to give attendees a first-hand look at the station’s research in action. Expert speakers will share updates on UW–Madison potato breeding research—including the use of remote sensing technology—as well as the latest strategies for managing potato insects and diseases. The program will also include important updates from the Wisconsin Seed Potato Certification program and the Langlade Agricultural Research Station (LARS). The day concludes with lunch and refreshments.

Wisconsin Turfgrass Association Summer Field Day
Tuesday, August 4, 8:00 a.m.
O.J. Noer Turfgrass Research & Education Facility, 2502 S. Pleasant View Rd, Verona, WI 53593
Learn about all things turf, including research by UW scientists. Registration will open at 8:00 a.m., and presentations begin at 9:00 a.m. The event includes morning and afternoon turf education, a trade show, morning coffee and lunch. A cost is associated with this event. Contact Audra Anderson at audra.anderson@wisc.edu with questions.

Commercial Growers of Wisconsin Field Day
Thursday, August 6, 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
West Madison Agricultural Research Station, 8592 Mineral Point Road, Verona, WI 53593
This field day, a partnership with the Commercial Growers of Wisconsin, will feature information on plant diseases, the station’s field trails and insect updates for the 2026 season. Wander the flower and horticultural gardens. Contact Janet Hedtcke at janet.hedtcke@wisc.edu with questions.

UW Organic Research Field Day
Tuesday, August 18, 9:30 a.m.– 3:00 p.m.
Arlington Agricultural Research Station, N695 Hopkins Road, Arlington, WI 53911
This field day will feature tours and talks about the latest in organic systems research. Attendees will learn about reduced-tillage corn and soybeans, biocontrol agents to manage white mold in soybeans, and on-farm soil health studies. Research will also be shared on ecological intensification practices such as adding cover crops, reducing tillage, and integrating livestock. The event includes lunch, and registration is requested for accurate ordering. Contact Kristina Crapp at kristina.crapp@wisc.edu with questions.

Hemp Field Day
Thursday, August 20, 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Arlington Agricultural Research Station, N695 Hopkins Road, Arlington, WI 53911
The Ellison Lab in the Department of Plant and Agroecosystem Sciences invites you to a field day about the latest hemp research being conducted at UW. Presentations will be given by UW faculty, staff and extension specialists on topic including industrial and high cannabinoid variety trials, pest and disease survey results, fertility/cover crop interaction studies, processing demos and more. A light breakfast will begin at 8:30 a.m. For event questions, contact Phillip Alberti at palberti@wisc.edu. 

UW–Madison Agronomy and Soils Field Day
Wednesday, August 26, 8:00 a.m.
Arlington Agricultural Research Station, N695 Hopkins Road, Arlington, WI 53911
This event features a half-day field-based tour showcasing the latest ongoing trials and research updates from UW–Madison researchers studying grain agronomy, field crop pathology, weed management, soils, forage, and farm economics. Find more event details and register at https://cropsandsoils.extension.wisc.edu/events/agronomy-and-soils-field-day/.  For event questions, contact Kristina Crapp at kristina.crapp@wisc.edu.

The Agricultural Research Station network is supported by UW–Madison and through state and federal funding. Research projects conducted at the stations—including many featured during field day events— receive funding from U.S. Department of Agriculture, National Science Foundation, U.S. Department of Energy, National Aeronautics and Space Administration, Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources and private industry.