2023 EXTENSION HIGHLIGHTS
Engaging with Nebraskans wherever they are, connecting them with the resources, research and innovation of the University of Nebraska. Extension helps people solve real-world problems.
Nit Kit Program
Extension Educators Kait Chapman and Hayley Jackson (pictured L–R) designed and developed a new Nit Kit program to tackle issues surrounding the spread and management of head lice in children. Nit Kits are convenient kits that include a guide book written by Extension entomologists, nit combs... Continue reading…
Local and Indigenous Foods Training
Pius X High School collaborated with Extension Educator Alyssa Havlovic (pictured at left) on a Nebraska Farm To School Program. Students tested, marketed and menued recipes using local black beans and bison. Carmen Goeden, Director of Nutrition Services at Pius X, said, “Introducing... Continue reading…
Water Dogs Landscape Program
In 2023, 158 homeowners attended one of 14 workshops across the state in 2023 to increase water conservation and improve turf & landscape health. Extension Educator Sarah Browning (pictured center) helped organize and present the program. In a follow-up survey of previous participants... Continue reading…
Agriculture Outreach
Lancaster County Extension board member Bob Huttes (pictured at left) hosted a lunch at his farm to introduce new Water & Cropping Systems Educator John Nelson (pictured at right) to area producers. Continue reading…
Domestic Water/Wastewater Management
Extension Associate Becky Schuerman (pictured in the foreground) serves as Extension’s statewide water coordinator. Her duties include collaborating with other organizations, developing resources and teaching. This year, Becky organized an Alternative Absorption Seminar & Field Day... Continue reading…
Thank You Volunteers!
Valued at $787,090 Lancaster County Extension’s estimated 2,541 volunteers gave 26,681 total hours of service worth $787,090* to our community! Extension benefits from these volunteers who help extend the reach of programs such as 4-H, Extension Master Gardener and Master Health volunteers. Continue reading…
Nutrition Education Program (NEP)
NEP increases nutrition security through classes, as well as policy, system and environmental (PSE) initiatives. This year, NEP staff taught 1,105 adults and 5,998 youth with classes, as well as impacted 116 PSE changes. New this year, nutrition classes were presented in Persian and Arabic... Continue reading…
Childcare Career Classes
Extension Educator Jaci Foged (pictured standing) partners with Lincoln Littles to coordinate and train the Connection Cadre, available to graduates of the Childcare Teacher Foundations Class. Cadre participants increase their knowledge of child development and build relationships with... Continue reading…
food.unl.edu
Extension Educator Kayla Colgrove (pictured) coordinates Extension’s statewide website, which received over 2.6 million pageviews in 2023 and is one of University of Nebraska–Lincoln’s top 5 domains. The website provides tips, recipes and resources to help people make healthy food choices, safely... Continue reading…
4-H PROGRAMS ENGAGED 39,421 YOUTH
4-H programs engaged 39,421 youth through opportunities such as clubs, workshops, school enrichment programs and afterschool/out-of-school activities.
4-H Clubs
With nearly 70 clubs ranging from 5 to 65 youth members, clubs are an important part of the Lancaster County 4-H program. 4-H clubs are led by adult volunteers, hold regular meetings, elect youth officers, recite the 4-H pledge, learn together and do community service projects. Continue reading…
4-H at Lancaster County Super Fair
496 4-H/FFA exhibitors showcased nearly 4,880 exhibits (including static exhibits, animals, contest entries and Clover Kids exhibits). The Super Fair provides 4-H youth an opportunity to share the projects they’ve worked on throughout the year. Continue reading…
A 4-H Member Says 4-H and Fair are Her Favorite
“I just love 4-H and fair. It’s my favorite thing in the summer. I do 4-H because I get good learning experiences in a supportive environment. People are always willing to help you because they want you to learn.”
— Tenley Bauman, 4-H member
Read more at https://go.unl.edu/tenley Continue reading…
4-H Clover College
Four days of hands-on workshops emphasize science, ag literacy, healthy living, career development and citizenship/leadership. This year’s event featured 52 workshops with a total of 939 session registrations. Workshops included “Wind: A Super Power”... Continue reading…
4-H School Enrichment
Lancaster County 4-H presents several programs in local schools which meet Lincoln Public Schools, Nebraska or national education standards. The Agricultural Literacy Festival is a 2-day event with 10 interactive stations, including sheep (pictured). In 2023, 260 fourth graders from 8 schools... Continue reading…
Nebraska Extension’s Strategic Direction
Nebraska Extension’s Strategic Direction
1) Strengthen Nebraska Agriculture & Food Systems
2) Inspire Nebraskans & Their Communities
3) Enhance The Health & Wellbeing of All Nebraskans Continue reading…
Originally published December 26, 2023 -
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