Nebraska Extension

Are you a community developer—ready to co-create with rural communities, leaders and entrepreneurs? Nebraska Extension is searching for an extension professional who can assist communities to catalyze their local assets, deliver strong regional and research-based expertise, lead impactful learning programs, and serve as coach to communities that are poised to thrive. Core to this role is the ability to conduct community outreach and engagement to design and deliver educational programming that supports thriving rural communities. For more info/to apply, visit: https://lnkd.in/gHfGwzTf

Connecting the Dots is an amazing college & career success program for today's youth! 👫 Take a few minutes to listen to what our educators, the students, and our partners have to say about it. 🍀 #Nebraska4H offers a number of school enrichment programs to bring experiential learning on topics such as ag literacy, college & career success, leadership, STEM, and more! Connect with your local Nebraska Extension county office to learn more! #UNL_IANR University of Nebraska-Lincoln https://lnkd.in/gd_Ut4fQ

Coming soon... a new set for an old favorite, Backyard Farmer show! 😊 #NebExt

Nebraska Extension Master Gardener Volunteers have been busy these past few weeks. Volunteers got to walk through the Nebraska Game and Parks Commission treehouse classroom at Schramm Park. Gave a tour to Bellevue Tree Board and Bellevue City Council members at Eastern Nebraska Veteran's Home. Growing and donating over 224 pounds of fresh produce from the HOPE garden. Oh, fairy rings have been popping up across town in abundance. Amazing work by amazing people. #NebExt

Nebraska youth, register for the 11th annual Crop Scouting Competition and win a prize of $500 for first place, $250 for second, and $100 for third. Plus, the top two teams qualify for regional competition! Registration is now open for the 2024 Youth Crop Scouting Competition. The top three teams of this year's challenge will receive cash prizes & the top two teams will advance onto regionals. More info here » https://ow.ly/26xY50RUAjy Nebraska Institute of Agriculture and Natural Resources #NebExt

Nebraska Extension is hosting a Hands-on Solar Design and Installation Workshop August 15-16 2024, Lincoln Nebraska Register at https://cvent.me/Mgwlqo

Nebraska Extension's child nutrition program went international when a Portuguese master's student discovered it online ... ... while conducting their thesis. Now, "EAT Family Style" is being piloted by the University of Lisbon, in cooperation with UNL Extension. Read the story: https://lnkd.in/guUkiRWF #LandGrantImpact #ExtensionWorks

Flooded Fruit & Vegetable Gardens – What’s Safe to Eat? 🍅🌧️ Following heavy rain and flooding, it's important to consider the safety of your home-grown produce. Contaminated flood waters can pose serious health risks. Here are some key guidelines from Extension Educator Sarah Browning to keep your garden safe. https://lnkd.in/gFQ5degm Nebraska Institute of Agriculture and Natural Resources #GardenSafety #FloodedGardens #HomeGrown #FoodSafety

📣 Connecting the Dots: Guiding Nebraska’s Youth to Future Careers! Nebraska Extension's Connecting the Dots program by 4-H empowers 9th and 10th graders to explore careers and make informed choices for their futures. 🌟 Students network with local professionals, gain insights into various fields, and understand the impact of their high school choices. 🏫🔍 With over 4,000 students reached annually and support from partners this program is shaping Nebraska’s future! 🚀 Full story: https://lnkd.in/gyUWhnWR #NebExr #CareerReadiness #NebraskaYouth #FutureCareers #4H #ConnectingTheDots Nebraska Institute of Agriculture and Natural Resources Dawn Lindsley, EdD

#Nebraska Extension Specialist, Bijesh Maharjan and Educator Gary Stone received the Commendation Award from the Nebraska #Soil and #Water Conservation Society (NSWCS). This award recognizes SWCS members for service to their chapter or council of chapters.  https://lnkd.in/g4RdrfJX Nebraska Institute of Agriculture and Natural Resources #NebExt