Nebraska Extension - Nemaha County

09/03/2026

09/02/2026

Drought, frost, and other stress conditions can increase nitrate and prussic acid levels in many summer annual forages. Stop by the University of Nebraska-Lincoln building at Husker Harvest Days to visit with our livestock team about managing risk and pick up nitrate and prussic acid testing kits.

08/27/2026

Good luck to all our Nemaha County youth showing animals this weekend at the Nebraska State Fair.
70 static exhibits were delivered Wednesday and will be on display for the entirety of the fair.

A schedule of events can be found here: https://4h.unl.edu/statewide-events-opportunities/state-fair/schedule/

Starting Friday morning results can be found here: http://nebraska4hresults.com/

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08/21/2026

Looking for an easier way to evaluate mineral programs? The new Beef Mineral and Vitamin Calculator allows users to compare commercial mineral products and build custom mineral formulations to meet herd needs. Check it out: https://beef.unl.edu/producer-resources/beef-producer-toolbox/mineral-vitamin-tools/

08/19/2026

2026 Southeast Nebraska Alfalfa and Wheat Expo Set for August 28

Southeast Nebraska wheat and alfalfa producers can gain latest insights to improve crop health and productivity by attending Nebraska Extension’s 2026 Southeast Nebraska Alfalfa and Wheat Expo on Friday, August 28, 8:30 – 4:00 p.m. at the Southeast Community College, 4771 W Scott Rd, Beatrice.
Topics include:
• Transition to organic wheat
• Wheat variety selection criteria
• Wheat and alfalfa diseases
• Alfalfa insect management
• Alfalfa and livestock production

Register online at go.unl.edu/2026alfalfawheatexpo or contact Saline county extension office at 402-821-2151.

08/19/2026

Let’s Go Outside – We Can Dig It! | Harvest Time! 🧺
Look for ripe fruits and vegetables and help gather them together. Sorting, washing, and celebrating the harvest builds pride and responsibility.

Book suggestion: Fall Harvest Fun by Martha E.H. Rustad helps children connect growing food to family meals.

Download the guide at – go.unl.edu/lgo_harvest

08/17/2026

A set of keys was found in the livestock area of the fairgrounds hooked to a fence. If you lost a set please stop by the extension office to claim them with a description.

08/14/2026

Our 2026 Nemaha County Fair has come and gone. It was a very hot and humid fair, but one I’d call successful. Thanks to all our supporters who send money to our Friends if 4-H fund or bought animals at our livestock premium sale. Thanks to all our volunteers who gave so much of their time to mentor, help and lead our youth and shows. Thanks to all the families and youth who endured, planned, adapted, worked hard this year and were successful. Thanks to our fairboard for getting the facilities ready and helping out in many different ways. The 4-H and fair community is one I’m very proud to be a part of! -Sheena