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ServSafe Food Handlers Classes

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

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Is It Worth Baling Soybean Residue?

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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New Antibiotic Restrictions Soon to Become Reality for Livestock Producers

By Erin Laborie, Beef Systems Extension Educator

 In 2017, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) implemented the Veterinary Feed Directive (VFD), which brought over the counter (OTC) feed additive antibiotics under the oversight of veterinarians. As part of the FDA’s plan to support the judicious use of antibiotics, all remaining medically important OTC antibiotics will require a prescription effective June 11, 2023.  

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Center for Grassland Studies

Enjoy this edition of the Center for Grassland Studies’ newsletter … access using the following link, https://grassland.unl.edu/grassland-studies-newsletters

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UNL for Families

It’s Summer-Cooking Outdoors is Great!

Cooking outdoors is a summer activity many people enjoy. Memorial Day is the unofficial start of the summer barbecue or grilling season. So, since the season has started it is a good idea to review the food safety guidelines to prevent harmful bacteria from multiplying and causing foodborne illness when cooking outdoors. Use these simple guidelines for grilling food safely.

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UNL for Families

Plan for Picnic Fun

Memorial Day is often considered the unofficial start to the summer season. Picnics are the perfect way to enjoy food, company, and warm weather. Plan for success at your picnic by incorporating food safety and activities to keep everyone involved, reports Nebraska Extension Educator Debbie Kuenning.

Nebraska Extension Specialist Lisa Franzen-Castle suggests, a major component of summer safety is food safety at picnics and outdoor meals. Here are some tips to keep you in the “Safe Zone” and your guests and family feeling great.

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4-H Speech Contest announces Grand and Reserve results

4-H Speech Contest announces Grand and Reserve results

June 4, 2023
Fifteen 4-H youth gathered for the Scotts Bluff County Speech Contest on June 1, at the UNL Panhandle Research Extension and Education Center in Scottsbluff.

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Tractor safety course teaches students safety and when to say no

Tractor safety course teaches students safety and when to say no

June 4, 2023
Nebraska Extension and Central States Center for Agricultural Safety and Health at the University of Nebraska Medical Center, College of Public Health, held an annual “tractor safety” training course on June 1 at the Legacy of the Plains Museum in Gering.

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Older Tractors Still a Danger in Agriculture

Older Tractors Still a Danger in Agriculture

June 1, 2023
Recently a small utility tractor rollover fatality in Southeast Nebraska is a wake-up call to the dangers involved in operating older tractors, without rollover protection.

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Wheat variety trial field tours across Nebraska in June

Wheat variety trial field tours across Nebraska in June

May 25, 2023
The University of Nebraska-Lincoln Crop Performance Testing program will sponsor wheat variety trial field tours in six locations across Nebraska, from Perkins to Banner County, starting June 12 - 15.

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