The 2019 Extension highlights feature in the paper version of the January Nebline will be its own e-newsletter emailed on Monday, Dec. 30. Extension continues to extend knowledge, provide solutions and change lives.
Check out the redesigned http://food.unl.edu to see Nebraska Extension’s latest recipes, healthy tips, newsletters and explore our programs.
Celebrate national soup month with this easy soup recipe from Nebraska Extension’s Nutrition Education Program. It is a great way to add more vegetables to your day.
SLOW COOKER CHICKEN TORTILLA SOUP
3 chicken breasts, boneless, skinless;
2 (14.5 oz.) cans diced tomatoes with mild green chilies; Continue reading…
The University of Nebraska–Lincoln Food Processing Center offers a nationally recognized program to help potential entrepreneurs start a food business. The National Food Entrepreneur Program assists individuals through all the steps of developing their product and business. Continue reading…
NEBRASKA TURFGRASS CONFERENCE
January 7–9, 2020
Nebraska Turfgrass Association
Location: La Vista Conference Center, 12520 Westport Pkwy, La Vista, Neb. Continue reading…
The fifth annual “Successful Farmer Series,” will be held weekly starting Jan. 10 and ending Feb. 14 at the Lancaster Extension Education Center, 444 Cherrycreek Road, Lincoln. Multiple sessions and topics allow ag producers to pick the topics most relevant to them and their operation. Continue reading…
Nebraska Extension in Lancaster County is hosting a Landlord/Tenant Cash Rent workshop on Monday, Feb. 3, 10:30 a.m.–2 p.m. at the Lancaster Extension Education Center, 444 Cherrycreek Road, Lincoln. Check-in starts at 10:15 a.m. No cost to attend and lunch is provided free. Register by Jan. 31... Continue reading…
Save the date: the 2020 Southeast Nebraska Soil Health Conference will be held on Tuesday, March 3 at the Hickman Community Center, 115 Locust St., Hickman, Neb. Continue reading…
If you have a pesticide applicator license expiring April 2020 — either private or commercial, or you need to get a new license — trainings begin soon.
COMMERCIAL/ NONCOMMERCIAL APPLICATORS
Commercial/noncommercial pesticide applicators are professionals who apply restricted-use pesticides... Continue reading…
If you have a strong interest in gardening and enjoy helping others, you are invited to become a Nebraska Extension Master Gardener volunteer. This program will increase your knowledge and understanding of horticultural topics such as: Best cultural practices for growing flowers, vegetables & turf. Continue reading…
January is a good time to review your vegetable garden plans. Perhaps a smaller garden with fewer weeds and insects will give you more produce.
Avoid heavy traffic on the frozen, dormant lawn. The crown of the plant may be severely damaged or killed. Continue reading…
“I don’t want to play outside,” said no child ever. Did you know watching the weather is part of a child care professional’s job? If it is too hot or too cold outside, the children in their care could be in danger. Continue reading…
LINCOLN EARLY CHILDHOOD CONFERENCE — Saturday, Feb. 29, 8:45 a.m.–3 p.m. This conference is sponsored by the Southeast Early Learning Connection. Cost is $25. A light breakfast and lunch provided. 6 in-service hours. Register and pay online at http://www.esu6.org by Feb. 21. Continue reading…
Lancaster County 4-H member Riley Peterson competed at the National 4-H Film Festival last August at Columbia, Missouri, which was attended by 4-H’ers from Missouri, Kansas, Nebraska, Illinois, Ohio, North Dakota and Texas. Continue reading…
Lancaster County 4-H is proud to announce Jodi Freeman of Lincoln as winner of the January “Heart of 4-H Award” in recognition of outstanding volunteer service. A 4-H volunteer for three years, Jodi has served as:
• President of 4-H Council and ex officio member of the Extension Board. Continue reading…
Lancaster County 4-H Council, comprised of adult and youth volunteers, is responsible for determining long- and short-term goals and policy for Lancaster County 4-H. Council also raises funds to help support 4-H programs, activities and scholarships. Continue reading…
The 4 On The Floor dog 4-H club for youth ages 9–18 will start its second year on Thursday, Jan. 9, 2020 at the Lancaster Event Center – 4-H office located by Pavilion 3. Meetings will begin at 6:30 p.m. and last about an hour, generally held every Thursday. Continue reading…
All 4th and 5th graders are invited to 4-H Teen Council’s annual overnight Lock-In, which will be held Friday, Jan. 17, 8 p.m.–Saturday, Jan. 18, 8 a.m. at the Lancaster Extension Education Center. This year’s theme will be "Safari 4-H Style!" Cost is $20 per person. Registrations due by Jan. 15.
This special-interest entrepreneurship club for youth ages 12 & up will meet monthly on Monday evenings through June and will partner with University of Nebraska’s Engler Agri-Business Entrepreneurship Program. Continue reading…
Lancaster County 4-H is seeking a superintendent and volunteers to assist with the 2020 Bicycle Safety Contest. In this county-only contest, 4-H’ers test their riding and safety skills, take a multiple choice quiz and participate in a bicycle inspection. Continue reading…
At Nebraska Extension’s annual conference in November, several Nebraska Extension in Lancaster County staff earned statewide Extension awards.
• EXCELLENCE IN EXTENSION – MEANINGFUL award was presented to Extension Educator Emily Gratopp. Continue reading…
The December Lancaster County Extension Board meeting marked the final meeting for two outgoing board members:
• Allen Blezek served two 3-year terms, including 1 year as vice-president and 1 year as president.
• Paula Peterson served two 3-year terms, including 2 years as secretary/treasurer. Continue reading…
Volunteers are needed for the 2020 Earth Wellness Festival on Wednesday, March 24 and Thursday March 25 at Southeast Community College in Lincoln. Register by Feb. 25 at
http://lancaster.unl.edu/ewf. For more information, call 402-441-8023 or email pwismer@lincoln.ne.gov.
Embryology resources include incubation, candling and more!
Nebraska Extension in Lancaster County upcoming events are listed in our online event calendar. View by week, month, year or upcoming.
More details at: https://events.unl.edu/lancasterUpcoming 4-H events and deadlines are published in the "4-H - Lancaster County" weekly e-newsletter. All enrolled 4-H families who provide their email address in 4HOnline automatically receive this e-newsletter. Anyone can view it at https://newsroom.unl.edu/announce/4h-lancaster.
The monthly NEBLINE newsletter is published in this e-newsletter format as well as PDF format. A print version is available free to residents in U.S. postal codes: 683xx, 684xx, 685xx, 68003, 68017, 68065.
More details at: https://lancaster.unl.edu/nebline