06/01/2026
Join us TODAY for FREE Family-Fun at Schramm Park near Gretna!
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Today, Noon to 5pm CT
๐Schramm Park State Recreation Area near Gretna.
-Free, family-friendly event + Free Parking
- Packed with fun & engaging activities from Nebraska Game and Parks Commission
- Gardening tips & expert advice
Come kick off your summer growing season with our Nebraska Extension experts!
06/01/2026
๐ฟ Join us in Kearney on Tuesday, June 16! ๐ฟ
Be part of a special live recording of Backyard Farmer at Yanney Heritage Park! Bring your lawn and garden questions, enjoy free family-friendly activities, and meet our panel of Nebraska Extension experts.
๐ Yanney Heritage Park, Kearney
๐ Family activities begin at 3:15 p.m.
โ Live Q&A at 4:15 p.m.
๐ฅ Recording starts at 5:00 p.m.
Bring a lawn chair, a picnic blanket, and your toughest gardening questions. We hope to see you there!
More Info: https://byf.unl.edu/news/backyard-farmer-record-yanney-heritage-park-kearney/
05/28/2026
๐ป 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, weโll 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]go.unl.edu/transitions
05/28/2026
Discover programs and resources across Nebraska that support families, thriving communities, and lifelong learning. Nebraska has an abundance of outreach efforts that empower individuals of all ages to live healthier, more connected lives. These programs will provide research-based guidelines and inclusive services to help every Nebraskan succeed. There is something new for every learner, caregiver, and professional. Together, these programs reflect a shared commitment to accessible education, stronger families, healthier communities, and meaningful support for all Nebraskans. To learn more about the opportunities, visit: https://engage.unl.edu/community-resources-database.
05/26/2026
Farming in Nebraska is a fixed-input-intensive industry, and increasing acres farmed allows producers to spread these fixed costs over a larger number of bushels. This directly lowers the cost of production and therefore increases profits. More efficiently utilizing fixed inputs isnโt the only way that economies of scale can be achieved. Learn more through the link below.
https://cap.unl.edu/news/diseconomies-scale-family-farm/
05/22/2026
Drought conditions heighten wildfire risk. While wildfires are natural, human activity can make them more destructive. Here are some tips from University of Nebraska-Lincoln.
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Protect your home by creating defensible space around your property.
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Stay indoors during smoky conditions, check air quality reports and keep indoor air clean.
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Stay informed by tracking wildfire and air quality.
Learn more tips: https://hubs.li/Q04fcY8S0