Black Earth
A village in Dane County, Wisconsin — population 1,422 as of 2020.
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Export Expansion Support Available Through Grants
The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) is accepting applications for new Export Expansion Grants. Applications will be accepted through November 4, 2026. These grants are funded through the Wisconsin Initiative for Agricultural Exports…
Local Business
In Case You Missed It: Alliant Energy Center Plans Could Shape Future of World Dairy Expo
It’s been home to the World Dairy Expo for close to 60 years. And now various officials are saying the Alliant Energy Center (AEC) needs to evolve as the dairy industry, and the show highlighting it, continues to grow. Dane County Executive Melissa Agard announced a close to $200…
Real Estate & Development
Wisconsin Farm Bureau Offers Three Internship Opportunities for 2027
If you are a student or young professional, or you know one, the Wisconsin Farm Bureau Federation (WFBF) is offering three internship opportunities in 2027. It’s a hands-on chance to work in agriculture, communications, events, and consumer outreach. Communications Intern The…
Education
Wisconsin Scores Well In 2026 Forage Analysis Super Bowl
Six Wisconsinites are taking home honors from the World Forage Analysis Superbowl following this year’s event held at World Dairy Expo in Madison, Wisconsin. The long-running contest is considered one of the premier forage quality competitions in the industry. It recognizes the…
General
Farm Favorites: 5 Stories To Know
The Mid-West Farm Report is dedicated to keeping you up to date on all things Wisconsin agriculture. Everyday, we bring you the latest news and insights from the world of farming, from market trends to new technologies and everything in between. Here’s a look at this week’s top 5…
General
Farm Bureau Calls for Diesel Tax Relief as Harvest Costs Climb
Harvest season is expensive enough without adding higher fuel costs to your bill. Leaders from the American Farm Bureau Federation (AFBF) are asking the Trump administration to provide farmers with temporary relief from high diesel prices. The request includes suspending the…
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See & do
- Black Earth Children's Museum
- Black Earth Community Park
- Black Earth Lanes
- Black Earth Public Library
- Heiney's Meat Market
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Black Earth by the numbers
- Area
- 0.84 sq mi (2.19 km²), 0.01 sq mi water
- Median age
- 41.7
- Households
- 645
- Persons per household
- 2.7
- Median household income
- $75,625
- Median house value
- $290,800
- Office
- CLERK-TREASURER
- Address
- PO BOX 347, BLACK EARTH, WI 53515