Nebraska Extension

03/27/2026

Access the Rural Poll at https://ruralpoll.unl.edu/

Pure Nebraska

03/27/2026

🍀 Join our team! 🍀

We're looking for a 4-H Animal Science Extension Assistant to make a difference for youth in the community.

Apply now at https://go.unl.edu/ext and help us grow together!

03/27/2026

At its heart, 4-H is about resilience and community. When disaster strikes, we show up for one another. The Nebraska 4-H Foundation's Disaster Fund is open to all 4-H families in need of financial assistance. Nobody navigates disaster alone, and the Nebraska 4-H Foundation is here to help. 💚

For more information on how to donate or receive assistance, go to https://www.ne4hfoundation.org/4-hers-helping-4-hers/.

03/26/2026

Access the CropWatch Nitrogen Tool here: https://cropwatch.unl.edu/nitrogen-tool/

Pure Nebraska

03/26/2026

Join us at our CEC Conference, April 29-30, in Burt County to hear Buck Rasmussen, Super Bowl Champion, share his inspiring keynote The Balance: Grit AND Team—because success takes both relentless drive and the right team beside you.

03/26/2026

The University of Nebraska-Lincoln has the number one business college in the state! From executive and professional development to business disaster education, Nebraska Business has something for everyone who wants to put their best foot forward in the business world — even programs designed for middle and high school students to prepare them for the future of business, and programs for the entrepreneur in all of us! Want to learn more ways you can learn about the world of business? To learn more information, visit: https://engage.unl.edu/community-resources-database

03/25/2026

It's the perfect time of year to prioritize safety on the farm and in the field.

Nebraska Tractor & Equipment Safety Training is around the corner. 🚜

Certification from this course allows 14 and 15 year old youth to legally drive a tractor and do field work with certain mechanized equipment.

Cost is $60 | Trainings held at various locations (May-June).
For more information, schedule and registration: cvent.me/0oRoRz

Partnership with Nebraska Extension, UNMC and Center for Agricultural Safety and Health.

03/24/2026

The 2026 Water and Integrated Cropping Systems (WICS) Conference was held March 3 in the Great Plains Room at the University of Nebraska–Lincoln East Campus Union, bringing together researchers, educators, Extension professionals and stakeholders under the theme, “Tying Things Together.” Participants were challenged to reflect on an essential questions: “Are we doing things that the stakeholders of UNL see value in?” and, “Can we increase critical thinking?”

The theme reflected the core mission of WICS: integrating research, teaching and Extension to address complex agricultural challenges across Nebraska’s diverse landscapes. The conference served as a collaborative forum to strengthen connections, share insights and identify areas of alignment that support producers, communities and the state’s agricultural future.

https://ianrnews.unl.edu/article/2026-water-and-integrated-cropping-systems-conference-highlights-collaboration-and

03/24/2026

We're here for you, so you can be there for them.

🔥 When the Fire is Out | Ways to Help Children Cope
Recent wildfires in western Nebraska remind us of both the power of nature and the strength of community.

As you support youth, access helpful resources for talking with and guiding children through disaster:

-Helping a Child through Tough Times: go.unl.edu/fhk_psa

-Tips for Talking with Children and Youth: go.unl.edu/samhsa_coping

-Helping Children Cope with a Disaster: go.unl.edu/cdc_coping

-Helping Children and Adolescents Cope with Traumatic Events: go.unl.edu/nimh_coping

03/23/2026

Mark your calendars! 📅 kicks off a fresh season on April 2!
Get ready for expert gardening tips, lawn care advice, and answers to all your plant and landscape questions—just in time for spring. 🌷🌱 Don’t miss a single episode, your garden will thank you!

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LINCOLN, Neb. (March 19, 2026) – “Backyard Farmer” is back for its 74th season to help gardeners and lawn care enthusiasts keep their landscapes healthy and thriving. The new season premieres at 7 p.m. CT Thursday, April 2 on Nebraska Public Media and continues throughout the summer.Host Kim T...

03/19/2026

Step into the spotlight at the University of Nebraska - Lincoln! The University of Nebraska – Lincoln has a wonderful way of expressing art. From the magic of Morrill Hall to the energy of the Leid Center, art comes to life through every corner of our land-grant institution. Through sculptures, dance, and even in our diverse cultures and history, art is everywhere. Are you ready to express yourself or cheer on your fellow artists? Find all the different ways you can connect, create, and celebrate art on campus. To find more information about what is going on, visit: https://engage.unl.edu/community-resources-database

03/18/2026

Due to the loss of pasture from fires this spring, many producers are considering the option of planting annual forages to graze this summer. To help address this issue, Nebraska Extension will host a free webinar: Planting Annual Forages Under Irrigation for Grazing and Feed, on Monday, March 23. The webinar will begin at 6:30 p.m. Mountain time and focus on both cool season and warm season species planting options. Advance registration is requested. To register, email Aaron Berger at aberger2@unl.edu by Monday, March 23. A recording of the webinar will be made available to registered participants following the program.