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Farm and Ranch
Cedar Control
Upcoming Workshops
Cedar trees are invading Nebraska’s grasslands, cutting grass production by up to 75% in some areas and threatening wildlife habitat. Now is the time to take action.
Join one of our hands-on workshops from 1–4 p.m. CT:
- Nov. 19 – Ericson Fire Hall | 525 Central Ave (Corner of Central Ave & Nargansett St)
- Dec. 10 – Boyd County (Location TBA)
Learn from real-world cedar control projects, explore cost-share options, and get practical tips for safe prescribed burns.
Walk-ins are welcome, but registrations are appreciated. Call the Holt County Extension Office at 402-336-2760 or email Bethany at bjohnston3@unl.edu to register. Participants attending the Ainsworth location can also call the BKR Extension Office at 402-387-2213 or email Mary Jo at Mmccall2@unl.edu.
Agricultural Economics
Unit Cost of Production Workshops
What does it cost to produce?
What does it cost to produce? A ton of Hay, a Weaned Calf, or a Replacement Heifer?
The Nebraska Extension will host Unit Cost of Production workshops in central Nebraska in December and January to provide hands-on learning experiences for producers in calculating the unit cost of production for a cow-calf operation.
- Projecting cost for next year
- Identify ways to improve profit
- Make management & marketing decisions
Learn concepts to improve the bottom line of your farm or ranch.
Two Locations:
Dec. 8-9 | Community Building - Atkinson
9 am - 4 pm CT
Jan. 27-28 | Legion Hall - Burwell
9 am - 4 pm CT
Each location is limited to 25 people. The cost is $50 per participant and includes meals and materials for both days. Contact Aaron Berger at 308-235-3122 with questions about the workshops.
Pre-register one week in advance for both locations. Call the Nebraska Extension office in Holt County at 402-336-2760 or email Bethany Johnston at bjohnston3@unl.edu
Early Childhood
2025-2026 Fit & Healthy Kids Series
One hour, Once a Month Webinars
Need FREE continuing education hours? Don’t want to travel? Pull up a comfortable chair and join us on the web!
These web-based sessions are for Early Childhood Professionals. The webinars are offered once a month from October to March.
Watch live or a recording up to a week after the live session.
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