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Summer Internship

The Fillmore County Extension Office is seeking applicants for a summer internship. Strong communication, organizational, and time management skills are essential, and applicants should enjoy working with youth. Job description can be found here.  A background in 4-H is beneficial but not required. Applications are available at the Extension office, please call (402) 759-3712 or email Carley. Please submit your resume, letter of reference and application to:
Fillmore County Extension Office, 1340 G Street, Geneva.

Applications will be reviewed March 14, 2025. The position will remain open until filled. Fillmore County is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and this position is subject to a veteran’s preference.


Pesticide Training 

For more dates for training please click here.  March 4th-27th are the last sessions. 


Nebraska On-Farm Research Results Meetings 2025

Last Meeting is March 4th Beatrice NE at Holiday Inn

Registration is Required - Register Here


Farmers & Ranchers College ⁠

Farmers & Ranchers College

Farmers & Ranchers College has completed their 2024-2025 Programs. If you would like any notes from these presentations please call the office at 402-759-3712. 

On Dec 7th they had Dr. David Kohl come and present on Economic Realities in the Ag Industry: The Pulse

On Jan 21st they were at the Meat Animal Research Center in Clay Center having their Cow/Calf College, Beef Seminar

On Feb 21st they had Steven Johnson, Iowa State present Understanding '25 Crop Insurance Updates and the Farm Program. Followed by Eric Snodgrass presenting Principal Atmospheric Scientist for Conduit with High Impact Meteoroglogy. 

After School

Spring 4-H After School

For grades K- 6th each location has different groups

FAQ About 4-H After School

  • 4-H After School is an opportunity to participate in hands-on-learning after school with friends in a positive environment!
  • 4-H After School meets once a month per age group in Geneva, Shickley, and Exeter
  • Each month is focused on a topic. The projects will vary between age groups, but not locations
  • The Cost is FREE and includes a snack and supplies for the activities. 
  • Participants do not need to be in 4-H to attend. It is open to all youth!

Please use this link to register

 

4-H After School Fillmore County

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  1. Avatar for Brandy VanDeWalle
    Exten Educator NE Ext Engagement Zone 10 University of Nebraska-Lincoln
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    Address
    1340 G St
    Geneva NE 68361-2005
    Phone
    Work 4027593712
    Email
    brandy.vandewalle@unl.edu
  2. Avatar for Alexis Schmidt
    Extension Asst 4-H NE Ext Engagement Zone 10 University of Nebraska-Lincoln
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    Address
    1340 G St
    Geneva NE 68361-2005
    Phone
    Work 4027593712
    Email
    alexis.schmidt@unl.edu
  3. Avatar for Carley Swartzendruber
    County Exten Staff NE Ext Engagement Zone 10 University of Nebraska-Lincoln
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    Address
    1340 G St
    Geneva NE 68361
    Phone
    Work 4027593712
    Email
    cswartzendruber2@unl.edu

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