Engaging with Nebraskans wherever they are, connecting them with the resources, research and innovation of the University of Nebraska. The "2023 Extension Highlights" feature in the paper version of the January-February NEBLINE will be its own e-newsletter emailed on Tuesday, Dec. 26.
Do you enjoy eating soup any time of the year, or do you tend to eat it more on cold days or when you are not feeling well? No matter the time of year, soup is a versatile food that can be served hot or cold, as a starter or a main course and can be made with a variety of ingredients. Soup is often Continue reading…
January is National Soup Month. Celebrate by making this soup.
MULTI-COOKER TUSCAN SOUP
(Yield: 10 servings)
• 1 pound fresh pork sausage
• 1 onion, scrubbed with clean vegetable brush under running water, chopped
• 4 garlic cloves, minced
• 5 cups low-sodium chicken or vegetable broth 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 and Continue reading…
By Mary Jane Frogge, Extension Associate in Lancaster County
Avoid heavy traffic on the frozen, dormant lawn. The crown of the plant may be severely damaged or killed.
Brush snow from evergreens as soon as possible after a storm. Use a broom in an upward, sweeping motion. Serious damage may be Continue reading…
Wednesday, Feb. 7
8:30 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Nebraska Extension in Lancaster County conference rooms, 444 Cherrycreek Road, Suite A, Lincoln
Workshop for nursery & green industry professionals, public works employees, landscape managers, arborists, tree board volunteers and cemetery & groundskeepers. Continue reading…
NEBRASKA TURFGRASS CONFERENCE • JAN. 9–11
LaVista Conference Center, LaVista, NE
Agenda and registration — https://nebraskaturfgrass.com/conference
GREAT PLAINS GROWERS CONFERENCE • JAN. 11–13
Missouri Western University,
St. Joseph, MO
Agenda and registration Continue reading…
If you have a pesticide applicators license expiring April 2024 — either private or commercial, or you need to get a new license — classes begin soon. Make plans now to participate in the training option that best fits your needs. Continue reading…
In January 2024, the Crop Production Clinics sponsored by Nebraska Extension will be presented in person at eight locations across the state. They offer practical, profitable, environmentally sound, high-impact training for agricultural professionals and producers. All clinics will offer pest manage Continue reading…
The University of Nebraska-Lincoln’s Center for Agricultural Profitability (CAP) will present a workshop in Lincoln for those planning and involved in farmland succession who want to learn more about the best strategies for managing and owning this asset and how it may impact the transition plan. Continue reading…
Thur., Feb. 15, 9 am – Noon, Nebraska Extension in Lancaster County Conference Rooms, 444 Cherrycreek Rd, Suite A, Lincoln
Free in-person trainings will be held in 2024. Registration is required due to room capacity limitations. Day-of, walk-in registration will not be permitted. These trainings Continue reading…
There are likely no words to express how important water is for humanity, and life on earth, in general. It is possible that many of us do not grasp how fortunate we are in our modern societies to have safe and abundant freshwater resources. Continue reading…
Similar to people, winter beckons arthropods indoors, seeking warmth from the cold. Nonetheless, bugs might venture inside at any season, and among them are centipedes. Centipedes are not insects. Instead, they are in a closely related class of their own called Chilopoda. Centipedes can be Continue reading…
One of the most pressing issues in the field of early childhood today is the workforce shortage. Across the nation and in the state of Nebraska, there is a lack of trained, high-quality, early childhood teachers to work with our youngest learners (Buffett Early Childhood Institute, 2022). Within the Continue reading…
Lancaster County 4-H is proud to announce the University of Nebraska–Lincoln Department of Food Science and Technology (FST) as winner of the January “Heart of 4-H Award” in recognition of outstanding volunteer service.
Since 2021, FST staff and graduate students, with the support of student Continue reading…
Lancaster County 4-H is proud to announce Taylor Yakel of Lincoln as winner of the February “Heart of 4-H Award” in recognition of outstanding volunteer service.
Taylor has assisted her mother and grandparents with the 4-H Food & Nutrition and Science, Engineering & Technology and Safety areas at Continue reading…
Four Lancaster County 4-H youth (pictured L–R) Catherine Polk, Lilee Chevalier, Claire Polk and Noah Jelinek (coached by Nichole Jelinek) competed as a team in the poultry judging contest during the National 4-H Poultry and Egg Conference in Louisville, Ky. on Nov. 15–16. Individually, Noah Jelinek Continue reading…
Lancaster County 4-H member Micah Pracheil was part of a 13-member Nebraska delegation attending the National 4-H Congress in Atlanta, Ga. on Nov. 24–28. This year’s conference theme was “Unforgettable Past, Innovative Future.”
National 4-H Congress is the premier leadership event for 4-H members Continue reading…
The 2023 4-H Horse Awards Night, held Oct. 26, recognized top achievements at the Lancaster County Super Fair and other accomplishments throughout the past year. The theme was “Riding the Waves.” Congratulations to all Lancaster 4-H equestrians for your outstanding accomplishments! Additional result Continue reading…
For more information about the following, go to https://go.unl.edu/lan4hnews or contact Elizabeth Thiltges at 402-441-7180.
CAT SHOW — Saturday, Jan. 6, 9 a.m. at the Sandhill Global Event Center (formerly Lancaster Event Center), 84th & Havelock, Lincoln in the Lancaster County Farm Bureau Room Continue reading…
The Lancaster County 4-H Council, comprised of adult and youth volunteers, helps determine long- and short-term goals and policy for Lancaster County 4-H. 4-H Council also raises funds to help support 4-H programs, activities and scholarships. Extension Educator Tracy Anderson is the staff liaison. Continue reading…
The Lancaster County 4-H Teen Council is a leadership organization for youth in grades 7–12. Members are involved in several leadership activities and community service projects such as donating hygiene kits to the People’s City Mission. Karol Swotek is the Teen Council volunteer leader, and Continue reading…
The Lancaster County 4-H program — a partnership between Nebraska Extension and the Lancaster County government — would like to thank all of the businesses, organizations and individuals who sponsored 4-H events, activities, programs and trophies during the 2023 4-H year. This support enhances the Continue reading…
Lancaster County 4-H Teen Council presents its annual Overnight Lock-In for 4th & 5th graders (need not be enrolled in 4-H) — CARNIVAL EXTRAVAGANZA
Registrations due by Jan. 12 NO REFUNDS
Sleep Over! Fun Projects! Games! Snacks! Movies!
Bring your sleeping bag, pillow, Continue reading…
Extension Educator Tracy Anderson received two awards during the National Association of Extension 4-H Youth Development Professionals (NAE4-HYDP) recent annual conference in Pittsburgh: Continue reading…
Nebraska Extension recently announced their 2023 Extension Awards and Service Awards. Several staff members from Nebraska Extension in Lancaster County were recognized! Continue reading…
The December Lancaster County Extension Board meeting marked the final meeting for two outgoing board members: Trudy Pedley, who also served as secretary/treasurer for 2 years, and Chris Scow, who also served as President for 3 years and Vice President for 1 year. Lancaster County Extension thanks Continue reading…
Nebraska Extension in Lancaster County upcoming events are listed in our online event calendar at events.unl.edu/lancaster. View by week, month, year or upcoming.
The NEBLINE newsletter is published by Nebraska Extension in Lancaster County and is available in print, e-newsletter, PDF and audio versions. Learn more at lancaster.unl.edu/nebline
Upcoming 4‑H events and deadlines are published in the "4‑H - Lancaster County" weekly e-newsletter. Enrolled 4‑H families receive this e-newsletter every Friday. Anyone can view it at newsroom.unl.edu/announce/4h-lancaster