Saline County - Nebraska Extension

06/01/2026

4-H and FFA members exhibiting at Saline County Fair!

County Fair entry site is now LIVE https://salineco.fairwire.com/
Be sure to find the instructions on the Extension website.

⏰DUE by 4:30 p.m., June 15th!⏰

✅ Go to saline.unl.edu under Saline County Fair Resources for everything you might need!
✅ Submit all required forms/information
✅ Make sure you’re fair-ready! 🎡🎟️

Questions? We’re happy to help! 💚
📍 Stop by the Extension Office
🕗 Monday–Friday | 8:00 AM–4:30 PM
📞 Call us at 402-821-2151

06/01/2026

Hey 4-H Families — STOP SCROLLING!
The June 15th deadline ⏰ will be here before you know it!

Have you completed and turned in everything needed for County Fair? Don’t get caught scrambling at the last minute!

✅ Double-check the checklist below
✅ Go to saline.unl.edu under Saline County Fair Resources for everything you might need!
✅ Submit all required forms/information
✅ Make sure you’re fair-ready! 🎡🎟️

Questions? We’re happy to help! 💚
📍 Stop by the Extension Office
🕗 Monday–Friday | 8:00 AM–4:30 PM
📞 Call us at 402-821-2151

06/01/2026

4-H Families!

The June 2026 News and Views is Live- Click the link to view!

Enrollment also ensures we have the correct contact information for our Saline County 4-H members. Get your enrollments completed!

05/28/2026

Register for the 4-H Clover Day Summer Workshop!

Scan the QR code to register in the appropriate age division. Two sessions will be held; morning session for Clover Kids (ages 5-7 as of Jan. 1, 2026) and afternoon session for 4-Hers (ages 8-18 as of Jan. 1, 2026).

Participants will complete four projects that are ready to exhibit at the Saline County Fair!
$30 to register (all materials will be provided for the projects)
June 10th deadline to register

05/28/2026

💻 On-Demand Webinar | Strategies to Enhance Transitions and Routines
Switching from one activity to another can be tough for kids and the adults supporting them. In this webinar, we’ll dive into practical strategies to make transitions smoother and build effective routines that help children thrive.



Register for this on-demand class: go.unl.edu/transitions

05/26/2026

Reminder: Nebraska State 4-H Horse Show entries are due June 1!

This reminder is specifically for the Nebraska State 4-H Horse Show. Please be sure to submit your entries before the June 1 deadline. See the flyer for entry details, requirements, and additional information.

Please note: Saline County Fair entries are still due by June 15.

To stay updated on announcements and State 4-H Horse Show news, follow the UNL Horse page.

05/22/2026

The Saline County Extension Office will be closed on May 25th and will
reopen May 26th.

If you need assistance, please call 402-821-2151 and feel free to leave a message. We will return your call as soon as possible.

Thank you for your understanding!

05/21/2026

Warm spring temperatures have led to the early emergence of horn flies in pastured cattle. Now is a good time to review management and control options: https://beef.unl.edu/horn-flies-pastured-cattle-biology-economic-impact-and-management/

05/20/2026

📘 The 2026 Saline County Fair books are ready!
The full 2026 Fairbook can be accessed here: https://go.unl.edu/26salinecofairbook

You can also find all Saline County Fair resources on the Extension website
saline.unl.edu
📘Fair book
✔️County Fair Checklist for 4-H and FFA Exhibitors
👕T-shirt Order Forms (available for anyone)
📜Fashion Show Narratives for 4-H Clothing Exhibitors

Please note: fair books will not be distributed to other businesses for pickup this year. A limited number of printed copies are available for pickup at the Extension Office and will be limited to one copy per family.

Need help printing only a certain section of the fair book? We would be happy to assist you at the Extension Office.

05/20/2026

🐄🐑🐖 Nebraska 4-H Livestock Achievement Program – Year 5! 🐐🐔
The Nebraska 4-H Livestock Achievement Program is back for its fifth year, recognizing youth who go above and beyond in their livestock projects! This program promotes learning in selection, production, leadership, and exhibition across all livestock species.
🔹 Open to enrolled 4-H livestock youth
🔹 Species include beef, sheep, swine, meat goat, dairy, rabbit, poultry.
🔹 Three achievement levels: Junior, Intermediate, Senior
🗓 Apply by June 15
🗂 Plans & Reports due August 1
🏆 Members of Excellence will be recognized at the Nebraska State Fair Grand Drive.
👉 Learn more & apply here: https://go.unl.edu/lap