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ServSafe Food Handlers Classes

Food safety is in the news! Numerous food borne illnesses have occurred during the last few years. Most of the reported food borne illness outbreaks have occurred from food eaten away from home. ServSafe programs are developed by the National Restaurant Association to address the growing food safety concerns of consumers. In Nebraska, the program is offered by Nebraska Extension.

ServSafe Food Handlers classes are scheduled in three locations in west central Nebraska in March

Baling of soybean residue after harvest has gained popularity again this fall due to higher hay prices and forage shortages following drought. Further, delayed corn harvests are also slowing stalks residue baling and stalks grazing. According to the USDA AMS Nebraska Direct Hay sales report, large round cornstalks bale values are $110 per ton versus $80 per ton for large round soybean residue bales. So, the question arises, do soybean residue bale values justify raking and baling costs, reduced soil protection and nutrient removal?

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Create Your Friendship Team

Healthy relationships are the cornerstone of a healthy life. A good friend supports and encourages growth. Youth need guidance in finding good friends. A variety of relationships encourages acceptance of differences, conflict resolution and practicing social skills, reports Nebraska Extension Assistant Lori Swanson.

EGGS AND FOOD SAFETY

Spring is here along with those outdoor activities and celebrations like Easter, soccer, graduation, and picnics. When decorating, cooking, or hiding Easter eggs, extra care is needed to enjoy them without the risk of getting sick reports Nebraska Extension Educator Brenda Aufdenkamp. Be sure to “spring” into following safe food safety practices.

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PREEC welcomes new communications specialist

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The University of Nebraska-Lincoln Panhandle Research, Extension and Education Center in Scottsbluff welcomed Chabella Guzman, as its new communications specialist. She will be responsible for news media, social media, web content, video content, meeting technology, and other communications roles related to the Panhandle Center and Extension in western Nebraska.

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