4-H at Super Fair
Many 4‑H & FFA youth showcase their project(s) at the Lancaster County Super Fair! 4‑H & FFA exhibits & events will be July 31–Aug. 3.
RECENT PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS
4‑H Youth Development
4-H Clover College: 59 Workshops in 4 Days!
“I learned teamwork and creative skills," said one youth. “My favorite part is that I make so many projects I get to keep,” said another. 2025 Clover College was held June 10–13 and featured 59 workshops with a total of 1,047 session registrations. Pictured is the Design It, Built It workshop presented by Lancaster County Engineers.
See photos on Flickr
Agriculture
On-Farm Research Trial About Nitrogen Rates on Corn
A Waverly farmer collaborated with Extension Education John Nelson on an on-farm research trial testing lower nitrogen rates. The study showed cutting down the nitrogen rates saved input costs and helped reduce the amount of nitrate entering the water supply. Elizabeth Hodges wrote about the research trial in a "Nebraska Farmer" article.
Read Article on farmprogress.com
Food, Nutrition & Health
Nutrition School Enrichment Kits
During the 2024–25 school year, Nebraska Extension’s Nutrition School Enrichment Kit (SEK) program brought healthy fun to the classroom — reaching 17,694 K–5 students across 41 Lincoln Public Schools. Pictured are Extension Educator Alyssa Havlovic and Nutrition Education Program (NEP) Extension Assistant Hannah Schielke guiding third graders at Campbell Elementary School through a trail mix-making activity using whole grains, dried fruit and seeds.
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FEATURED TOPICS
Don't Let Ticks Keep You Indoors
Ticks can be active all year round, but April to October is peak season in Nebraska. Ticks are blood feeders and have the potential to vector some serious diseases of both people and pets.
Master Gardener Helpline
During the growing season, Extension Master Gardener Volunteers are available to answer your yard and garden questions Monday-Friday, 9am–Noon. You can also drop off plant samples for free diagnostic and control recommendations at Nebraska Extension in Lancaster County, 444 Cherrycreek Road, Suite A, Lincoln, Monday–Friday, 8am–4:30pm.
Plant a Row for the Hungry
The Nutrition Education Program coordinates a “Plant a Row for the Hungry” campaign that involves community members donating extra produce grown in at-home gardens. Donations are accepted on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 8 a.m. to 12 noon. Bring clean, whole, freshly harvested produce to the Nebraska Extension in Lancaster County office at 444 Cherrycreek Road, Suite A, Lincoln, and place in the red wagon in the lobby. The produce will be donated to local food pantries and hot meal programs.
Heart of 4-H Award Winner — Deb Faith
Deb Faith is receiving the Lancaster County 4‑H July “Heart of 4‑H Award” in recognition of outstanding volunteer service. For over 14 years, she has helped in a wide variety of ways, including as a parent helper with the 4‑H Explorers and Sew Green 4‑H clubs and organizational leader for the Villa Marie Eagles 4‑H club.
Upcoming Events
Support Staff
Meet One of Your Local Extension Experts
Karen Wedding, Clerk Typist II
Karen has been a Clerk Typist II in Lancaster County since 1997. Karen supports several program areas, including agriculture, urban entomology and water/wastewater. She manages conference room reservations, coordinating with various organizations. She also supports our communication efforts by assisting with the layout of the NEBLINE newsletter and photography at the Lancaster County Super Fair.
