Speech, PSA, Preforming Arts and Presentations Contests
If your love is public speaking or entertaining an audience this contest is for you! Now is the time to start gearing up for this contest. You can register by calling the Extension Office at 402-461-7209 until April 12th at noon and the contest is on April 16th at 6:00 PM at the Extension Office.
Clover Kids are welcome to participate also.
4-H Council is sponsoring a Pizza Party @ 5:30 for Participants and their families.
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Innovative Youth Corn Challenge for 4-H and FFA Members
We are delighted to announce the Corn Yield Challenge, a prestigious contest open to 4-H members (aged 8 and older as of January 1st) and FFA members (in-school members). This competition is designed to guide participants through a comprehensive exploration of all facets of corn production, including aspects related to agricultural careers associated with corn production.
Registration now open thru March
Learn about innovative soil health and cover crop practices from farmers, researchers and industry representatives.
Will be held in Hastings on March 5, 2025
Nebraska 4-H requires all youth enrolled in livestock projects to complete annual quality assurance certification through Youth for the Quality Care of Animals (YQCA). YQCA is a national multi-species quality assurance program focused on three core pillars: food safety, animal well-being, and character development.
Trainings for 2024 Adams County Youth begin in February
Check out the most up to date news, BInterested 'Learn About It Sessions', Scholarships, Contests offered by Adams County FCE
Data Driven: A Statistics & Data Science Field Day," scheduled for Saturday, March 16, 2024, at the Dinsdale Learning Commons on East Campus at UNL from 10 AM to 4 PM.
This engaging event invites teams of four 10th-12th graders (with the occasional exceptional 9th grader welcome) and one adult coach to immerse themselves in the fascinating world of data science, statistics, and numerical literacy. The day will feature interactive head-to-head competitions, providing a platform for teams to showcase their skills. Additionally, participants will have the valuable opportunity to interact with the University recruitment team and industry professionals.
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Nav Ghimire is appointed as Associate Dean of Nebraska Extension
March 25, 2024
Nav Ghimire has been appointed as the associate dean, Agriculture and Natural Resources (ANR) focus of Nebraska Extension at the University of Nebraska–Lincoln’s Institute of Agriculture and Natural Resources, pending approval by the NU Board of Regents. He will start in June 2024.
Soil Health Gap project setting up baselines and schools for ag producers
February 28, 2024
Agriculturists, from growers to livestock producers, rely heavily on the soil and its health to make their operations thrive. In a collaborative effort, the US Department of Agriculture (USDA) Natural Resources Conservation Services (NRCS) is supporting Nebraska Extension, specifically Bijesh Maharjan, soil nutrient and management specialist’s Soil Health Gap project and Soil Health School outreach.
Lego Mini-Play preps teams and robots for state competition
February 28, 2024
The Panhandle Research Extension and Education Center in Scottsbluff played host to the Lego White Region - MiniPlay on Feb. 24.
From high schools to the runway: Omaha Fashion Week; showcase of emerging designers
February 28, 2024
Omaha Fashion Week’s Spring 2024 show kicked off with the future generations of fashion showcasing nearly 200 creations.