Nebraska Extension in Dundy, Hayes & Hitchcock Counties

Nit Kit Program – Head lice resources for who need them

The Nit Kit program’s primary goal is to elevate the overall well-being of Nebraskans by combating the spread of head lice and offering safe and effective management strategies for affected children and their families.

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Breaking barriers: Women thriving in agriculture at Herd That! Conference

The event focuses on providing women with the knowledge, tools and skills they need to succeed in this facet of the agricultural industry.

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Empowering voices: The impact of Extension on a Hispanic women group

RPN empowers a dynamic group of Hispanic women in Columbus through biweekly sessions encompassing a wide spectrum of topics, including social, cultural, health, leadership and life skills.

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STEM CARES brings high-quality science and engineering lessons to rural youth

The program engaged about 1,500 youth across 21 counties in high-quality, hands-on science, technology, engineering, and math experiences.

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BeefWatch Podcast

The BeefWatch Podcast is an audio companion to the UNL BeefWatch newsletter.

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4-H Project Opportunities

Are you wanting to select a 4-H project, but don't know where to start? Check out the following project guides: 2023 SW3 Counties 4-H Project Guide (pdf)
2023 Nebraska Extension Pick Your Project - The Pick Your Project is an online project selection guide for finding both county-only and state fair eligible 4-H fair projects and their resources. Users can search by keywords or browse by project area, curriculum area, and experience level. Project resources and learning objectives are included with each project.

Join Southwest 3 4-H

We are excited to have you join the 4-H family in the Southwest 3 Counties!

The new 4-H year began January 1, 2023. Please visit v2.4honline.com to enroll in 4-H.

All 4-H members may enroll anytime during the year; however in order to participate at the Dundy, Hayes or Hitchcock County Fairs, enrollment must be completed by March 1st. Listed below are step-by-step guides to walk you through the process.

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Institute of Agriculture and Natural Resources News

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Wheat shows good promise going into winter

November 29, 2023

The Panhandle of Nebraska experienced favorable planting conditions for its hard red winter wheat with good soil moisture.

Walbrecht opens 4-H livestock opportunities to youths with disabilities

November 15, 2023

“Youth getting agricultural experience and the skills that 4-H teaches them — there’s no limit on how valuable that is.” —Allison Walbrecht, sophomore animal science major and founder of the Unified Showing 4-H Club.

IANR, Extension, Landscaping and Nebraska Forest Service Leaders and Educators Honored with Nebraska Statewide Arboretum Awards

November 13, 2023

The Nebraska Statewide Arboretum honored 11 individuals and organizations with awards at its annual reception on November 3 at First Plymouth Congregational Church in Lincoln.