Engaging with Nebraskans wherever they are, connecting them with the resources, research and innovation of the University of Nebraska. The "2025 Extension Highlights" feature in the paper version of the Jan./Feb. NEBLINE will be its own e‑newsletter emailed on Tuesday, Dec. 30.
Nebraska Extension is reaffirming its commitment to helping Nebraskans lead healthy lives. The urgency is clear: national health-care expenditures are estimated to have grown 8.2% in 2024, exceeding $5 trillion(1). At the same time, cardiovascular disease remains the nation’s top killer.. Continue reading…
Try this recipe packed with nutrients and antioxidants to boost health and wellbeing and help prevent cancer and chronic diseases. Continue reading…
The Nebraska Extension Master Gardener Volunteer program is celebrating 50 years of cultivating knowledge and community impact across the state. Volunteers are dedicated to sharing research-based horticultural knowledge and strengthening their communities with education and stewardship. Continue reading…
A ProHort Lawn and Landscape Update will be held on Monday, March 2, 8:30 a.m.–4 p.m. at the Nebraska Extension in Lancaster County conference rooms, 444 Cherrycreek Road, Suite A, Lincoln. The workshop is for nursery & green industry professionals, public works employees, landscape managers... Continue reading…
Gary Wells has been an Extension Master Gardener Volunteer (EMGV) for 14 years and has volunteered over 500 hours. Gary is co-chair of the Youth Committee and has assisted in building compost bins and game boards for Extension programs. Continue reading…
Prune fruit trees and grape vines in late February or early March after the worst of the winter cold is passed but before spring growth begins.
Check any vegetables, like potatoes or onions, you have in storage. Dispose of any that show signs of shriveling or rotting. Continue reading…
If you have a pesticide applicators license expiring April 2026 — 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 2026, 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. Continue reading…
For Nebraska producers seeking to improve the profitability of alfalfa as a cash crop, successful alfalfa production begins with proper site selection: deep, well-drained soils and a pH of 6.2–7.5 are ideal, making soil testing essential. Choosing certified, inoculated, disease-resistant seed... Continue reading…
The University of Nebraska–Lincoln’s Center for Agricultural Profitability and Nebraska Extension will present a Landlord/Tenant Cash Rent Workshop in Lincoln for farm landowners and operators on Tuesday, Feb. 10, 10:30 a.m.–2 p.m., at the Nebraska Extension in Lancaster County conference rooms... Continue reading…
Often, we do not think of snow and ice as potential stormwater runoff, but they definitely are. With increasing warm spells throughout the winter causing multiple freeze-thaw cycles where the snow and ice begin to melt and shrink, winter precipitation acts as rain does, picking up... Continue reading…
The 2026 Lincoln Early Childhood Conference will be held on Saturday, March 21, 8:30 a.m.–2:30 p.m. at the Nebraska Extension in Lancaster County conference rooms, 444 Cherrycreek Road, Suite A, Lincoln. Cost: $25 and includes a specialty hot & cold coffee from Little Beans and lunch. Continue reading…
When it comes to “good” bugs, we often think about the value of pollinators, like bees, or maybe even predators, like lady beetles, that provide a much-needed service in the garden. Another group of beneficial insects, which are sometimes overlooked, but just as important, are decomposers... Continue reading…
Approximately 380 4th graders from 11 schools attended the Agricultural Literacy Festival held Oct. 21–23. Students gained a greater understanding of agriculture and how it impacts their daily lives. They rotated between 10 interactive stations. Continue reading…
Lancaster County 4‑H members Emily Bauman and Khloe Cuttlers were part of a 16-member Nebraska delegation who attended National 4‑H Congress in Atlanta, Ga. from Nov. 28–Dec. 2. Attendees participated in numerous educational workshops, cultural events and completed service-learning... Continue reading…
The 2025 4‑H Horse Awards Night, held Oct. 23, recognized top achievements at the Lancaster County Super Fair and other accomplishments throughout the past year. Congratulations to all Lancaster 4‑H equestrians for your outstanding accomplishments!
The 2025 State 4‑H Horse Rodeo was held Oct. 31–Nov. 1 in Lincoln at the Sandhills Global Event Center. There were 10 exhibitors representing four Nebraska counties. The State 4‑H Horse Rodeo was made possible with the help of the UNL Rodeo Team. 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 comfort kits to BraveBe Child Advocacy Center. Continue reading…
Russ Parrott is receiving Lancaster County 4‑H’s January “Heart of 4‑H Award” in recognition of outstanding volunteer service. He has volunteered in a variety of roles for 10 years, including as a parent helper with Little Green Giants 4‑H club and serving as a chaperone... Continue reading…
Jason Babcock is receiving Lancaster County 4‑H’s February “Heart of 4‑H Award” in recognition of outstanding volunteer service. For 10 years, Jason has helped set up and take down cages for the 4‑H poultry show at the Lancaster County Super Fair. 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 2025 4-H year.
This Cat Show will be the purrrrfect opportunity to learn and practice showing your cat in 4‑H. It will be held Saturday, Jan. 17, 9 a.m. at the Sandhills Global Event Center, 84th & Havelock, Lincoln at the Lancaster County Farm Bureau Room in South Hall (by the Extension 4‑H office). 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. 23, 8 p.m.–Saturday, Jan. 24, 8 a.m. at the Nebraska Extension in Lancaster County conference rooms, 444 Cherrycreek Road, Suite A, Lincoln. Continue reading…
The Rabbits R Us 4‑H club will present a 4‑H Rabbit Fun Show & Showmanship Clinic on Sunday, Feb. 8, 1 p.m. at the Sandhills Global Event Center, 84th & Havelock, Lincoln in the South Hall. This is a great opportunity for youth to learn about the 4‑H rabbit project and... Continue reading…
Extension Educator Jaci Foged and Nebraska Extension’s Early Childhood team was recently recognized as the 3rd place national winner and 1st place central region winner of the “Florence Hall Award” by the National Extension Association of Family & Consumer Sciences (NEAFCS). Continue reading…
Nebraska Extension recently announced their 2025 Extension Award Winners. Two Nebraska Extension in Lancaster County staff were members of teams receiving “Excellence in Extension” awards. Continue reading…
The Asian Community and Cultural Center (ACCC) awarded Extension Assistant Zahraa Rida and two other individuals during its Harvest Moon Festival with Certificates of Appreciation in recognition for outstanding performance and distinguished service. Continue reading…
The December Lancaster County Extension Board meeting marked the final meeting for two outgoing board members: Jim Ballard and Meghan Sittler (who also served as President for 2 years and Vice President for 1 year). Lancaster County Extension thanks them for their service.
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 https://newsroom.unl.edu/announce/4h-lancaster
Nebraska Extension in Lancaster County upcoming events are listed in our online event calendar at https://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 https://lancaster.unl.edu/nebline.