Nebraska Extension in Lancaster County - NEBLINE - May 2022

Pests you may find in your garden. (Clockwise from upper left) European corn borer in peppers, squash bug eggs, adult squash bug and green leaf beetle. (Photos by UNL Entomology Dept.)
Pests you may find in your garden. (Clockwise from upper left) European corn borer in peppers, squash bug eggs, adult squash bug and green leaf beetle. (Photos by UNL Entomology Dept.)

Insect and Disease Control for Organic Vegetable Gardeners

Minimizing pesticide usage in the home garden is a great way to protect yourself from chemical exposure, while also protecting the environment and surface water resources. But pest control — insects, diseases and weeds — are challenging for the home organic vegetable gardener. Continue reading…

 

May Garden Guide

Garden guide logoPlan a landscaping project on paper first. Do not over plant. Be sure you know the mature size of each plant and allow for growth.

Grass clippings can be used as a mulch in flower beds and vegetable gardens if allowed to dry well before use. Continue reading…

 

An Egg-cellent Choice!

brown-eggs-g7b40a8bb7_1920_1200px.jpgMay is here, and it’s National Egg Month. Although eggs haven’t had the best reputation in the past, more recent research shows that eggs are actually a healthy component to any eating pattern. Continue reading…

 

It’s Time for Private Well Maintenance

Photo by Jan Hyngstrom, former Extension educator.Spring is here, and that means it is time to conduct a private well maintenance check. Winter can be especially hard on outdoor systems, surfaces and landscaping that are subject to the elements. Getting in the habit of inspecting and maintaining your well system in the spring and the fall is... Continue reading…

 

Composting Demonstrations

Master gardeners demonstrating how to turn your compost pile at Pioneers Park.Extension Master Gardeners will teach how to achieve a proper carbon:nitrogen ratio, or “green” materials vs. “brown” materials, and show you several types of structures that can be built or purchased for composting. You’ll learn how to construct a compost pile, and discuss basic troubleshooting... Continue reading…

 

Cash Rent Survey

Cash Rent Chart1200-2.jpgThe University of Nebraska–Lincoln Department of Agricultural Economics annually surveys land industry professionals across Nebraska including appraisers, farm and ranch managers, agricultural bankers and related industry professionals. Continue reading…

 

Monarchs, Migration & Milkweed

(Clockwise) Monarch caterpillar, Monarch chrysalis, and Monarch butterfly.THE GREAT MONARCH MIGRATION
The sight of a monarch butterfly flying around one’s house or visiting one’s flowers, brings joy to many Nebraskans. Every year, these large butterflies undertake a spectacular and long migration spanning Canada, the United States and Mexico. Continue reading…

 

Getting Outside to Play

Little boy playing with trucks while sitting on a picnic table.With spring comes longer days and warmer weather. One fun thing that comes with warmer weather is getting young children outside to explore their outdoor environment. There are numerous benefits to spending time outdoors for young children, including increased opportunities to develop... Continue reading…

 

4-H Clubs Helped at Kiwanis Karnival

Fusion 4-H’ers 4-H club staffed a Plinko board game.About 500 people attended the Kiwanis Karnival sponsored by the Lincoln Center Kiwanis Club in April at Elliott Elementary. Seven 4-H clubs created and staffed 11 game booths. Teen Council members ran Bingo for adults. Lincoln Center Kiwanians served snacks. Continue reading…

 

4-H Achievement Celebration

Nebraska 4-H Gives Back honorees.Lancaster County 4-H and 4-H Council presented the Lancaster County 4-H Achievement Celebration on Friday, March 25. The Lancaster County Board of Commissioners proclaimed March 25 as “4-H Achievement Day” and Vice Chair Christa Yoakum read the proclamation at Achievement Celebration.

More details at: https://lancaster.unl.edu/4h/achievement
 

May Heart of 4-H Volunteer Award — Rick Waldren

Rick WaldrenLancaster County 4-H is proud to announce Rick Waldren of Lincoln as winner of the May “Heart of 4-H Award” in recognition of outstanding volunteer service. For about 15 years, he has volunteered to drive 430 miles round-trip to a hatchery in Iowa to get the fertilized eggs... Continue reading…

 

4-H’ers Qualify for State Speech & PSA Contest

2022 Speech ContestThe Lancaster County 4-H Speech and Public Service Announcement contest was held on March 6. More than 35 Lancaster County 4-H youth competed in this year’s communication events. The following top winners will have the opportunity to represent Lancaster County at the State Speech & PSA contest. Continue reading…

 

Pre-District Horse Show, June 4

The Lancaster County 4-H Horse VIPS Committee is sponsoring a 4-H Pre-District Show on Saturday, June 4, 8:30 a.m. at the Lancaster Event Center Fairgrounds – Pavilion 3 to help youth prepare for Districts. All youth ages 8–18 are welcome — need not be in 4-H! Continue reading…

 

Clover College, June 21–24

Virtual Reality Building at 2021 4-H Clover CollegeLancaster County 4-H Clover College is four days of in-person, “hands-on” workshops full of fun and a sense of belonging. Learning topics include STEAM concepts of science, technology, engineering, art and math which can spark career interests. Continue reading…

 

4-H Summer Camps

NE4H-Camp-Register-Now.jpgNebraska State 4-H Camp near Halsey will offer several overnight camps June–August open to all youth ages 8–18 (need not be enrolled in 4-H). Sessions include Innovation Nation, Horses & High Ropes, Kravin’ Waves and Wacky & Crafty.

More details at: https://4h.unl.edu/camps
 

Big Red Summer Academic Camps

NE4H-BRC_Registration-Open_2022.jpgBig Red Summer Academic Camps are residential, career exploration camps held at the University of Nebraska–Lincoln open to all youth grades 9–12. This year’s dates are June 12–17. Work with university faculty to explore a topic like STEM, digital media, acting, fashion or agriculture.

More details at: https://4h.unl.edu/big-red-camps
 

Youth Leadership Conference

NE4H-Leadership-Conference_2022.jpgThe Nebraska 4-H Youth Leadership Conference is an opportunity for all youth ages 14–18 to develop and practice leadership skills. Youth do not need to be enrolled in 4-H. The conference will be held June 24–26 at the Nebraska State 4-H Camp at Halsey.

More details at: https://4h.unl.edu/leadership-conference
 

Extension News — New Ag Educator

Water and Integrated Cropping Systems Educator Melissa BartelsWater and Integrated Cropping Systems Educator Melissa Bartels recently moved from serving Butler and Polk counties to serving Lancaster, Cass and Otoe counties. Her focus will be working with producers in the area and helping them find research-based answers to their crop production questions. Continue reading…

 

Extension News — New Early Childhood Educator

Hayley JacksonHayley Jackson recently joined the Lancaster County Extension Office as an Early Childhood Educator and will serve Lancaster, Cass and Otoe counties. She specializes in supporting early childhood educators working with children whose ages range from birth to 8 years old. Continue reading…

 
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