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**EVERYONE will need to RSVP at 308-236-1235 for ALL trainings so that we can make sure we have space.

We have scheduled the following Pesticide Safety Education Programs (PSEP) training sessions in Buffalo County:

Thank you for your interest in Buffalo County 4-H!

4-H is open to ALL YOUTH, of ALL ABILITIES ages 5 to 18.  Youth can join 4-H any time of the year.  However, to enter exhibits at the Buffalo County Fair, the deadline to enroll  is June 15 of each year. 

The enrollment process is done online and Youth and Volunteers need to enroll each year.  Please see the links below to help guide your way.  If you have any questions, please call the Buffalo County Extension Office, 308-236-1235.

Stay up to date on what's happening with Buffalo County 4-H.  Information on this page is continually being updated.  2023 Buffalo County 4-H Calendar

Enjoy articles from our local Horticulturist, Elizabeth Exstrom.  Visit https://hles.unl.edu/update09202023 for Horticulture Update Newsletter.

New - Beware of unwanted guests moving into your home this fall.  Read Elizabeth's latest article on house mice.

Neighbor - to - Neighbor uses a grassroots approach, using community gatherings to help rural communities learn about mental wellness, building community unity, and encourage conversations to reduce the stigma of mental health.

In Times of Distress

Staying Connected During Tough Times - We hope you reach out if you are feeling stressed.

Rural Response Hotline 800-464-0258 M-F, 8-5

National Suicide Prevention Lifeline

Crisis Text Line

800-273-8255

text GO to 741741

Do you enjoy plants and gardening? Are you looking to learn more and hone your skills but don’t know where to go? The Extension Master Gardener Volunteer program will educate you on many aspects of horticulture, allow you to test your knowledge and skills, all while serving your local community.

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Wheat shows good promise going into winter

November 29, 2023
The Panhandle of Nebraska experienced favorable planting conditions for its hard red winter wheat with good soil moisture.

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Walbrecht opens 4-H livestock opportunities to youths with disabilities

November 15, 2023

“Youth getting agricultural experience and the skills that 4-H teaches them — there’s no limit on how valuable that is.”Allison Walbrecht, sophomore animal science major and founder of the Unified Showing 4-H Club.

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IANR, Extension, Landscaping and Nebraska Forest Service Leaders and Educators Honored with Nebraska Statewide Arboretum Awards

November 13, 2023
The Nebraska Statewide Arboretum honored 11 individuals and organizations with awards at its annual reception on November 3 at First Plymouth Congregational Church in Lincoln.

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Nebraska 4-H Volunteer Road Show: helping youth thrive through leader development

November 13, 2023
Outside the York County Fairgrounds 4-H Building stands a historical marker titled “Nebraska 4-H Clubs Began in York County.”

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