Nebraska Extension in Lincoln, Logan & McPherson Counties

4-H Youth Development

Building tomorrow's innovators: Nebraska 4-H Robotic Expansion and FLL Championship ignite STEM passion

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Master Gardener Volunteers offer stories of growth and giving back

The Nebraska Extension Master Gardeners Volunteer (NE-EMGV) program has dedicated volunteers, some of whom have devoted more than half of their lives to Extension...

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Welcome Dr. Nav Ghimire

Dr. Nav Ghimire appointed Associate Dean for Nebraska Extension
Nurturing Nebraskan Futures: The Good Life in Early Life Podcast

The “Good Life in Early Life” podcast, a product of Nebraska Extension’s Early Childhood program, disseminates the latest insights in Early Care and Education (ECE) tailored for a Nebraska audience.

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NACEB 2023 OUTSTANDING ADVOCACY AWARDS

Nebraska Association of County Extension Board (NACEB) 2023 Outstanding Advocacy Award is for unwavering commitment to supporting and promoting Nebraska Extension's impact.

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Local Interest

FRUIT AND VEGETABLE SAFETY

Fruits and vegetables are an important part of a healthy eating plan. Local grocery stores and farmers markets carry an amazing variety of fresh fruits and vegetables that are both nutritious and delicious. Harmful bacteria that may be in the soil or water where produce grows may come in contact with the fruits and vegetables and contaminate them. Or fresh produce may become contaminated after it is harvested, during preparation or storage. Here are some important tips to help protect yourself and your family from illness:

Buying Fresh Produce

Spring Clean Your Kitchen

When you’re shaking off the winter with spring cleaning, it’s a great time to target harmful bacteria that can lurk on kitchen surfaces and even in your refrigerator. Salmonella, Staphyloccus, E. coli and Listeria are just some of the bacteria that may be hanging out in your kitchen. While you can’t see or smell bacteria (foodborne bacteria) they are everywhere, and they especially like moist environments. A clean and dry kitchen helps fight bacteria and protect you and your family from foodborne illness.

Know the Difference – Clean vs. Sanitize

SUMMER CAMPS - FOOD SCIENCE SPONSORED

Spend a day or two in the Food Science and Technology Department learning from Food Science and Technology faculty and experts from The Food Processing Center while interacting with peers and get to experience one-of-a-kind experiments. Develop new skills and build upon your understanding of careera as a future food science professional all while engaging in real-world challenges.

https://foodscience.unl.edu/food-science-summer-camp

Home Food Preservation - pressure gauge testing AVAILABLE

Are you are planning to preserve fruits and vegetables from your garden? The USDA recommends pressure canner gauges be tested regularly for accuracy.

Pressure canner lids with the attached weighted or dial gauge can be brought to the Nebraska Extension Office (348 W State Farm Rd) in North Platte throughout the summer. Cost: $5 per lid.

Plan to leave your gauge as testing times will vary. You may be asked to pick up your canner no later than 4:00 p.m. the following day.

Food Safety Basics for food service workers with SPANISH translation

Steps To Opening Your Own Business - May 2nd FREE WORKSHOP in North Platte

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Sugar beets to be grown across Nebraska in agronomy project

April 19, 2024

The Nebraska Extension 4-H and Open Class entries have seen many special projects over the years, from dry edible beans to sorghum and broom corn.

Nebraska Beef Quality Assurance offers certification in the Panhandle

April 18, 2024

Nebraska Extension and Nebraska Beef Quality Assurance will offer Beef Quality Assurance and Beef Quality Assurance Transportation Certification throughout the Panhandle.

Building Bridges in Conservation: Nebraska hosts inaugural natural resources workshop

April 15, 2024

Overlooking the iconic Platte River, over 100 natural resource professionals and students met to build and foster new collaborations at the first Natural Resources Conservation Connecting Points Workshop.