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Join 4-H

Thank you for your interest in joining 4-H in Buffalo County. 

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

The enrollment process is done online and needs to be done every year for both, Youth and Volunteers.  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.

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What's Happening in 4-H?

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

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Horticulture Articles

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.

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Mental Health Resources

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

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4-H Achievement Application/Diamond Clover

The 4-H program offers a lot of different awards to give youth and adults the incentive to keep "Making the Best, Better." The 4-H application is an organized presentation of what has been learned and accomplished in 4-H. Filling out an achievement application does take some work but when accurately and carefully assembled, it is a useful tool for determining progress and personal growth throughout the 4-H'ers career, and will serve as a resource when applying for college scholarships and creating your resume.

Achievement Application and Diamond Clover Applications are due November 1 at the Buffalo County Extension Office.

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Buffalo County Food & Nutrition

It's Turkey Time - Find helpful information from thawing to roasting your turkey this holiday: Let's Talk Turkey!
For help on Thanksgiving Day, the USDA Meat and Poultry Hotline is open from 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. Central time at 1-888-674-6854.

Food Preservation - Check out our canning, freezing, and drying resources for preserving food safely at home at https://food.unl.edu/food-preservation.

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Wheat shows good promise going into winter

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

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

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

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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