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Nebraska Farm Bureau Link: https://nefbfoundation.org/scholarships/171-scholarships
Stay up to date with what's happening with 4-H in Furnas County. Information on this page is continually being update.
Important Dates
May 31 - YQCA training at the Furnas County fairgrounds in the Blue Ribbon
May 31 - YQCA training at the Furnas County fairgrounds in the Blue Ribbon
June 15 - Small Animal Rabbies Vaccination Certificate Due
June 15 - 4-H Enrollment Deadline
June 15 - YQCA Certificate Deadline
June 15 - DNA & Show Stock Manger Nominations Due
June 15 - Pre-Entry Forms for Livestock Due
June 19 - Office Closed in Observance of Juneteenth
July 4 - Office Closed in Observance of Independence Day
July 6 - Clean up Day
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Soil Health Gap project setting up baselines and schools for ag producers
February 28, 2024
Agriculturists, from growers to livestock producers, rely heavily on the soil and its health to make their operations thrive. In a collaborative effort, the US Department of Agriculture (USDA) Natural Resources Conservation Services (NRCS) is supporting Nebraska Extension, specifically Bijesh Maharjan, soil nutrient and management specialist’s Soil Health Gap project and Soil Health School outreach.
Lego Mini-Play preps teams and robots for state competition
February 28, 2024
The Panhandle Research Extension and Education Center in Scottsbluff played host to the Lego White Region - MiniPlay on Feb. 24.
From high schools to the runway: Omaha Fashion Week's showcase of emerging designers
February 28, 2024
Omaha Fashion Week’s Spring 2024 show kicked off with the future generations of fashion showcasing nearly 200 creations.
NACEB Honors Award Recipients
February 22, 2024
A Feb. 6 ceremony at the Nebraska Association of County Extension Boards (NACEB) Annual Meeting honored 2023 award recipients for their commitment to supporting and promoting Nebraska Extension.