Nebraska Extension in Lancaster County - NEBLINE - May 2024

Foxtail in a pasture. (Photo by Wilcox County Ag, University of Georgia Extension)
Foxtail in a pasture. (Photo by Wilcox County Ag, University of Georgia Extension)

Weed Control in Pastures and Hayfields

Perennial systems like pasture and grass hay fields present some of the most difficult weed control scenarios for producers and acreage owners in southeast Nebraska. Summer annual grasses, particularly foxtail species, have been especially troublesome in recent years. Continue reading…

 

May Recipe of the Month — Pepper Steak Sandwich

Photo by Marusa Jonas, Nutrition Education ProgramMay is Beef Month! Beef is a good source of zinc, iron and protein. This recipe features top round steak, which is an affordable, leaner cut of beef derived from the rump area of a beef animal. Be sure to slice meat thinly, against the grain of muscle fibers for the best eating experience. Continue reading…

 

Care for New Bedding Plants

Photos (l-r) Petunias, Salvia, Sign at garden center. Taken by Sarah Browning, Extension Educator in Lancaster CountyHome gardeners are itching to get outside and will soon be buying bedding plants — both annual flowers and vegetables — from local garden centers and greenhouses. Selecting strong, healthy plants, along with proper care and planting, will help insure a successful start to the gardening season. Continue reading…

 

May Garden Guide

GardenGuide.jpgPlant ground covers under shade trees that do not allow enough sunlight to grow turfgrass. Vinca minor or English ivy are ground cover plants that grow well in shade.

To grow annuals in containers on the patio, use a lightweight soil mixture. Keep the plants well watered... Continue reading…

 

Cash Rent Survey

Cash Rent Survey graph1200 px.jpgThe University of Nebraska–Lincoln’s 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…

 

Math Exploration

youth playing with puzzle-11200px.jpgMATH WHIZ IN THE MAKING: FOSTERING MATH SKILLS AT HOME
Math can sometimes feel intimidating, but for young children, it's all about exploration and discovery! The good news is that you don't need fancy flashcards or expensive toys to nurture their mathematical thinking. Continue reading…

 

Tiny Red Invaders: Clover Mites

(l-r) Clover mites on tape. (Approximate size) Clover mites on tape. (Highly magnified) Photos by Jody Green, Extension Educator in Douglas/Sarpy CountiesHome-invading insects are a common issue for many homeowners, from fall-invading stink bugs to foraging ants. A key strategy to keep these insects at bay is to prevent them through exclusion, i.e., make your home inaccessible to these many-legged invaders. Continue reading…

 

May Heart of 4-H Volunteer Award — Connor Biehler

Connor BiehlerLancaster County 4-H is proud to announce Connor Biehler of Lincoln as winner of the May “Heart of 4-H Award” in recognition of outstanding volunteer service.

He has volunteered with Lancaster County 4-H for 4 years, and with other counties for 20 years — including Saunders, York and Butler. Continue reading…

 

Support 4-H by Eating Out, May 1 & 2

Runza Culvers 24.jpgHungry? Support 4-H by eating out at upcoming restaurant fundraisers for Lancaster County 4-H Council! 4-H Council helps support 4-H programs, activities and scholarships.
Runza at 33rd & Pioneers on Wednesday, May 1, 5–8 p.m.
Culver’s restaurants at Lincoln’s... Continue reading…

 

Dog Workshops, May 9 & 23

Dog Workshop Graphic 24.jpgThe Greater Lincoln Obedience Club and Nebraska Extension in Lancaster County will present 4-H Dog Workshops on Thursdays, May 9 and May 23, 6 p.m. at the Greater Lincoln Obedience Club, 5740 Johanna Road, Bay 4, Lincoln. These workshops are open to all youth ages 8–18 and their families. Continue reading…

 

Cat Workshop, May 18

Cat show 24.jpgNebraska Extension in Lancaster County will present a 4-H Cat Workshop on Saturday, May 18, 9 a.m. at the Nebraska Extension in Lancaster County conference rooms, 444 Cherrycreek Road, Suite A, Lincoln. Open to all youth and their families. Learn how to prepare a cat for a 4-H show... Continue reading…

 

Big Red Summer Academic Camps

Big-Red-Camps-22.jpgBig Red Summer Academic Camps are residential, career exploration camps held at the University of Nebraska–Lincoln open to all students going into grades 9–12 during the 2024–25 school year. This year’s dates are June 9–14. Continue reading…

 

Ag Society Hall of Fame

Roma Amundson (left); Marty and Jerry Minchow (center and right)The Lancaster County Agricultural Society Hall of Fame Award formally recognizes individuals who have made significant contributions to the advancement or improvement of the Sandhills Global Event Center (SGEC) fairgrounds and/or the Lancaster County Super Fair. Continue reading…

 
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