Nebraska Extension in Burt County

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Nebraska Extension in Burt County This page will keep you up to date on Burt County happenings. Our objective is to provide programs and other educational resources locally.

From border to border, Nebraska Extension is making an incredible impact on the success of our state — its youth, its families, its farms and ranches, its communities, its economy. Nebraska Extension in Burt County delivers research-based education and information to citizens throughout the county. These educational programs, delivered via a variety of methods, are offered through a federal, state and county partnership arrangement. Our staff of extension educator and extension specialists, technicians, and support personnel specializes is providing programs throughout the county, and together with staff from all of Nebraska's 93 counties, we contribute to more than 1.5 million educational contacts each year with Nebraska citizens. Our 4-H Youth Development Program, for example, reaches more than two hundred youth in Burt County alone. Statewide, 4-H touches the lives of more than 90,000 youth each year. Nebraska Extension is built to provide practical education that focuses on issues which influence daily life that helps to keep Nebraska competitive in a global society. Extension Specialists and Extension Educators are committed to a theme of excellence with educational programs customized to meet the needs of Nebraskans.

Cooking with Kids | Winter Squash “Fall is a fun time for families - picking apples, selecting pumpkins, and celebrating...
10/20/2026

Cooking with Kids | Winter Squash
“Fall is a fun time for families - picking apples, selecting pumpkins, and celebrating the garden harvest is a fantastic way to get your child involved in the kitchen and cooking with you. Use these colorful days of autumn to focus on the harvest and enjoy the sweet and spicy aromas of fall that can fill your kitchen on a cool autumn day!” – UNL Food

Download a recipe for Apple Filled Squash from UNL Food: go.unl.edu/wintersquash
For more recipes and ideas for healthy snacks, visit: go.unl.edu/family_cooking

10/20/2026

Burt County Extension Board Meeting is cancelled for this evening. The November meeting has been moved to November 10th.

10/19/2026

Workplace Safety & Health for Animal Care Workers, a safety and health course designed for veterinarians, veterinary technicians, livestock handlers, and healthcare providers.

Date: Saturday, November 14, 2026
Time: 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Location: Kristensen Rural Health Education Complex, UNK Campus, Kearney, Nebraska
Cost: Free (lunch will be provided)

Topics include:
• Zoonotic disease concerns for veterinary personnel and livestock handlers
• Health concerns related to veterinary pharmaceuticals, biologicals, and antibiotics
• Reducing ergonomic and trauma risks during animal handling procedures
• Personal protective equipment selection, fit, and care demonstrations
• Fighting fatigue and reducing workplace stress
The course features presentations from Dr. Kelley Donham, Ellen Duysen, and myself. Continuing education credit opportunities will be available for veterinarians and veterinary technicians.

To register, please contact Ellen Duysen at [email protected].

10/19/2026

AgSHARP® (Agricultural Safety, Health, and Risk Management Certificate Program) certification event taking place in Kearney, Nebraska, on November 4–5, 2026.

This two-day program focuses on safety and risk management for those working in the row crop industry, including corn, soybean, wheat, and other crop production operations.

Topics include:
• Confined spaces
• Risk management
• Workers' compensation
• Electrical and power line safety
• Additional agricultural safety and health topics

Event Details
• Dates: November 4–5, 2026
• Time: 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. each day
• Location: Holiday Inn Kearney, 110 2nd Ave., Kearney, NE
• Participants must attend both days to receive a certificate of completion.

Additional information and registration details are available at www.ashca.org.

🌟 We Need YOU on the 2027 4-H Council: Nominations (11/9)As these amazing leaders complete their terms, we’re looking fo...
10/17/2026

🌟 We Need YOU on the 2027 4-H Council: Nominations (11/9)
As these amazing leaders complete their terms, we’re looking for new volunteers to join the Burt County 4-H Council.

🗓 Nomination Deadline: Monday, November 9
👉 Nominate yourself or someone else today: https://forms.gle/fKiozqzzjb6WdA2f8
💚 Open Positions
Adult Members (3-4 positions available)
• Open to parents, volunteers, and community members who want to support 4-H youth.
• Serve a 3-year term (with the option to serve a second term).
Youth Members (1 position available)
• Must be at least 14 years old by January 1 and have 3+ years of 4-H experience.
• Must remain enrolled in 4-H during their term.
• Serve a 2-year term (may serve again if eligible).
🌱 What Council Members Do
• Help guide and support the Burt County 4-H program.
• Work alongside Extension staff and other volunteers.
• Attend about 6–7 meetings a year.
• Volunteer at 4-H events and help plan programs and activities.
• Optional officer and committee roles are available for those who want to take on more leadership.
💚 Adult volunteers – we need you!
Join us in shaping the future of Burt County 4-H through leadership and service.
👉 Nominate today: https://forms.gle/fKiozqzzjb6WdA2f8

It's time to get involved with Burt County 4-H by taking a leadership role on the 4-H Council! DEADLINE FOR NOMINATIONS NOVEMBER 9, 2026!!!!! Adult nominees (looking to fill 3-4 positions) Adult nominees may be anyone who would like to engage with the Burt County 4-H Program. This includes parents,....

10/14/2026

Our office will be closing early today. Sorry for any inconvenience!

BeefWatch is your trusted source for timely, research-based insights for Nebraska’s Beef Industry. Subscribe to the Beef...
10/14/2026

BeefWatch is your trusted source for timely, research-based insights for Nebraska’s Beef Industry. Subscribe to the BeefWatch e-newsletter at https://go.unl.edu/beefwatch-subscribe.

The first frost of fall is on its way, are your plants weather ready? Follow these steps to prevent landscape damage as ...
10/14/2026

The first frost of fall is on its way, are your plants weather ready? Follow these steps to prevent landscape damage as nighttime temperatures dip below 36°F this week.

1. Water and mulch soils around plants and trees, especially for new plantings.
2. Bring tender plants inside or cover them with staked bedsheets overnight, then uncover in the morning.
3. Unhook garden hoses from spigots and drain them prior to freezing temperatures (32°F) to prevent splits, burst fittings and frozen pipes and back flow devices.
4. Don’t walk or drive on green lawns showing frost, or mow or fertilize them.
5. Don’t cut spent foliage to the ground for winter—leave at least 12 inches as insulation from wind and cold.
6. Wait until spring to prune trees to avoid frost cracking.

This is a great way to start your 4-H Rocket Project early for 2027. The youth class goes from 10:00 AM to Noon.Cost is ...
10/13/2026

This is a great way to start your 4-H Rocket Project early for 2027. The youth class goes from 10:00 AM to Noon.
Cost is $15 per rocket kit.
‼Registration deadline is October 14.

Attention youth, ages 5 and up! Here is a great opportunity to see large rockets in action on Saturday, October 24, 2026. Beginning at 10:00 AM, at the Haskell Ag Lab, 57905 866 Road, Concord, youth will build rockets that will be launched and watch the large rockets launch later in the day. This is a great way to start your 4-H Rocket Project early for 2027. The youth class goes from 10:00 AM to Noon.
Cost is $15 per rocket kit. Registration deadline is October 14.
Please bring a sack lunch if you plan to stay to watch the larger rockets.
To register your youth, go to https://go.unl.edu/mge4
For more information about the rocket launch, visit their website at https://www.nebraskarocketry.com

Lend a Helping Farm Hand!October’s featured activity on CLOVER by 4-H gives youth the opportunity to explore life on the...
10/13/2026

Lend a Helping Farm Hand!

October’s featured activity on CLOVER by 4-H gives youth the opportunity to explore life on the farm through hands-on learning and fun challenges. In Lend a Helping Farm Hand, young learners discover what it takes to care for animals, complete farm chores, and support daily farm operations.

Through interactive activities, youth build observation, problem-solving, and decision-making skills while gaining a greater appreciation for agriculture and the important role farmers play in providing food for our communities.

Whether at home, in a club, or in an afterschool program, this activity is a fun way for youth to learn about farming, responsibility, and teamwork through real-world experiences. Start exploring the October CLOVER by 4-H Spark Start activities: http://go.unl.edu/monthly-clover-activities.

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Nebraska Extension/Burt County, 111 N 13th Street Suite 6
Tekamah, NE
68061

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Monday 8am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 8am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 8am - 4:30pm
Thursday 8am - 4:30pm
Friday 8am - 4:30pm

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