If you think about the water cycle, you begin to realize the water we use every day, is in essence, recycled. There’s no new water, we are drinking some of the same water the dinosaurs drank! Keeping our drinking water sources safe begins with each of us. There are many things everyone can do. Continue reading…
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Many people kick off fall by enjoying a pumpkin spice food item or beverage and many of those contain extra calories, fat and added sugar. Pumpkin is a great way to add flavor and extra nutrition to recipes. It has many nutritional benefits and is naturally lower in calories and fat free. Continue reading…
I’m highlighting this recipe by Cami Wells, Extension Educator in Hall County, because it is a great way to enjoy the pumpkin flavor without extra calories. The recipe also includes quick oats, which is a whole grain. It is important to make half your grains whole grains... Continue reading…
Sulfur deficiency in corn is increasingly becoming a problem for growers. Sulfur (S) availability to crops during the growing season is a combination of soil, crop and environmental interactions. Sulfur is a macro-nutrient along with nitrogen (N), phosphorus (P), potassium (K), magnesium (Mg)... Continue reading…
Garlic produces well in Nebraska when planted in October or very-early spring, using individual bulb cloves or the small bulbils found on top-setting types. Fall or very-early spring planting is required because dormant cloves and young garlic plants must be exposed to cold temperatures of 32–50°F. Continue reading…
For information on creating a compost pile, attend one of this month’s composting programs presented by Nebraska Extension and the City of Lincoln Recycling office.
• Saturday, Oct. 12, 10–10:30 a.m., Sheridan Elementary School’s outdoor classroom
• Saturday, Oct. 12, 10 a.m., at Pioneer’s Park Continue reading…
Spring blooming plants are very important to early pollinators. It can be hard to find and add these plants to a Nebraska pollinator habitat. Spring flowering bulbs can help fill this early season void. Plant bulbs this fall and next year you will have early spring flowers for bees... Continue reading…
October is a good time to control broadleaf weeds in the lawn, such as white clover, dandelion and ground ivy.
Pick bagworms from evergreen shrubs. This will eliminate the spring hatch from over wintered eggs.
Fall is an excellent time for taking soil samples in your lawn and garden. Continue reading…
Interested in gardening and like helping others? Consider becoming a Nebraska Extension in Lancaster County Master Gardener. The 2020 application and details about the program are located at https://lancaster.unl.edu/hort/othrlink.shtml
This article focuses on three spiders often seen this time of year. The spiders mentioned in this article are not aggressive or harmful to humans and pets. On occasion, spiders may be found indoors, but generally, they remain outdoors where prey is plentiful. Continue reading…
Statewide, there are 11 different types of frogs and toads in Nebraska. All of them are native species, except one: the American bullfrog (Lithobates catebeianus). American bullfrogs are an invasive species and they are causing problems. Continue reading…
Do you feel uneasy about talking with a baby because you fear they can’t understand what you’re saying? Fear not, as brain research shows us that talking with infants is important in helping their brains develop, and in learning about language and communication... Continue reading…
Congratulations to the Lancaster County 4-H’ers who showcased their projects at the 2019 Nebraska State Fair! Here are the Lancaster County 4-H youth winners of purple ribbons, special awards and Rainbow Ribbon Recognition. Continue reading…
Quilts of Valor (QOV) Foundation is a national organization whose mission is “to cover service members and veterans touched by war with comforting and healing Quilts of Valor.” Nebraska 4-H was the first state 4-H program to partner with the QOV Foundation.
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Lancaster County 4-H is proud to announce Kelsey Ebke of Lincoln as winner of the October “Heart of 4-H Award” in recognition of outstanding volunteer service. Kelsey has volunteered with 4-H in Lancaster County for four years and before then, in Buffalo County for eight years. Continue reading…
A 4-H Council Golf Tournament Fundraiser will be held Sunday, Sept. 29 at the Woodland Hills Golf Course, 6000 Woodland Hills Drive, Eagle with a 1 p.m. shotgun start. This tournament is a four-person scramble and costs $75 per golfer or $300 per team. It includes:
• 18 holes, cart and range balls Continue reading…
The annual 4-H Information Night will be held on Tuesday, Oct. 8, 6 p.m. at the Lancaster Extension Education Center, 444 Cherrycreek Road, Lincoln. See animals such as rabbits and llamas. Free hot dogs! This is a great opportunity for families with youth interested in joining 4-H to learn about... Continue reading…
Several Lancaster County specialty 4-H clubs are looking for new 4-H members. Current 4-H members and those interested in joining 4-H are invited to join these clubs. For more information about these clubs, call the Extension office at 402-441-7180. Continue reading…
The Lancaster County 4-H program is seeking a Superintendent for the 2020 Cat show! Responsibilities include managing show registration and check-in and assisting with ribbon and award distribution. Are you or someone you know passionate about cats and looking to get involved with the Super Fair? Continue reading…
The Lancaster County Board of Commissioners seek community members to serve on the Lancaster County Extension Board. Vacancies will be filled with three year appointments beginning in January 2020. Extension Board members advocate for and assist Extension staff in focus areas... Continue reading…
The Lancaster County Agricultural Society Hall of Fame Award formally recognizes individuals who have dedicated time and effort to the Lancaster County Agricultural Society beyond the normal volunteer and who have made significant contributions to the establishment, development, advancement or... Continue reading…
University of Nebraska–Lincoln’s College of Agricultural Sciences and Natural Resources (CASNR) is hosting its annual Experience the Power of Red Visit Day for students grades 8–12 on Saturday, Oct. 12, 9 a.m.–2 p.m. There is no charge.
Nebraska Extension in Lancaster County upcoming events are listed in our online event calendar. View by week, month, year or upcoming.
More details at: https://events.unl.edu/lancasterUpcoming 4-H events and deadlines are published in the "4-H - Lancaster County" weekly e-newsletter. All enrolled 4-H families who provide their email address in 4HOnline automatically receive this e-newsletter. Anyone can view it at https://newsroom.unl.edu/announce/4h-lancaster.
The monthly NEBLINE newsletter is published in this e-newsletter format as well as PDF format. A print version is available free to residents in U.S. postal codes: 683xx, 684xx, 685xx, 68003, 68017, 68065.
More details at: https://lancaster.unl.edu/nebline