Welcome to Nebraska Extension in Saunders County
"Helping Nebraskans enhance their lives through science-based education"
-Nebraska Extension's Mission
Nebraska Extension in Saunders County provides the Saunders County community with research-based information and educational programs from the Institute of Agriculture and Natural Resources at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln.
With offices serving 93 counties across the state, Nebraska Extension is able to provide locally focused educational programs and expertise in the areas of agriculture, natural resources, nutrition, healthcare and technology.
Our county office can connect you with regional Nebraska Extension educators who can help answer your questions about 4-H programs, crop production, pesticide application, livestock, gardening, and more. We offer a wide variety of classes, workshops and trainings throughout the year for youth, families, farmers, ranchers, businesses, and community members.
Meet our Local Staff

Cole Meador
Extension Educator-
4-H Youth Development
cmeador2@unl.edu

Aaron Nygren
Extension Educator-
Water & Integrated Cropping Systems
anygren2@unl.edu

Connor Biehler
Extension Educator-
Livestock Systems
cbiehler2@unl.edu

Lisa Scott
Extension Assistant-
4-H Youth Development
lscott13@unl.edu

Sara Hass
Support Staff
shass3@unl.edu
Location and Hours
Eastern Nebraska Research Education & Extension Center
1071 County Road G
Ithaca, NE 68033
402-624-8030
Hours:
8:00am-4:30pm Monday-Friday EST