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In the next few weeks and months you will begin to notice some changes in the Extension webpage layout and some familiar links will be moved to new locations. No links or information will be eliminated just relocated.
4/16 - Drought Resources and eXtension links moved to the right column
4/18 - “IANR Latest News” feed replaced with NebraskaIANRNews Twitter feed; “Nebraska County Fair Dates” and “Find your local Extension office” links moved to County Office List page

 


UNL Extension Education
Vacancies in the Southeast District

Extension Educator positions and areas of expertise:

Cropping Systems/Agricultural Technologies (Dodge County, Fremont, NE) Requistion Number: F_130031

Water/Cropping Systems (Merrick County, Central City, NE) Requisition Number: F_130030

Extension Educator - Unit Leader (Douglas/Sarpy Counties, Omaha, NE) Requisition Number: F_130100

4-H Youth Development Extension Educator - Unit Leader (Cass County, Weeping Water, NE) Requisition Number: F_130099

Postions will remain open until a suitable candidate is found or search is closed.

 For a detailed job description, additional preferred qualifications and how to apply, visit:  http://employment.unl.edu.


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We've got an App for that!

Mobile Apps put the University's Institute of Agriculture and Natural Resources at your fingertips. SREC is bringing research-based information to you, wherever you are delivering education "...any time, any place, any path, any pace..."

What's your soil water status?    We've got an App for that.   Questions about the first year of your newborn's life?   We've got an App for that. Curious about what you can plant during a drought season?    We've got an App for that.  Interested in Extension and not sure where to go?     Yes, there's an App for that.   Do your kids ever ask you where their favorite food comes from?     We have a lively App for that, too!

Check these and more mobile Apps out at:

UNL IANR Mobile Apps


 
UNL SREC 2012 Five Year Issued-Based Review

A comprehensive study of the Southeast District of the University of Nebraska–Lincoln Extension was recently completed and is available for download through UNL's Digital Commons.

To access the Southeast Research & Extension District's Five Year Issue-Based Review Please go to:

http://digitalcommons.unl.edu/southeastresextreports/29/

 

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Extension Highlights


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Check out the second (April) issue of UNL BeefWatch Newsletter. Subscribe to receive monthly updates direct to your email inbox.

 


Drought Increases Toxic and Poisonous
Plant Risk to LivestockToxic Weed

UNL Extension Educator, Scott Cotton is reminding producers who graze livestock on range and pasture that of one of the side effects of drought can be increased risk of poisoning from toxic plants. Drought generates increased poisoning risks for livestock due to reduced availability, timing shifts and physiological changes in the “desired” forages on rangelands and pastures. More...


Stocking Rate Lease AgreementsRange Land

Stocking rate, lease rate and a drought clause are key components of a grazing lease agreement. Jay Jenkins UNL Extension Educator in Cherry County recommends that people who own grazing land and those who lease it use a written agreement that addresses these three factors… more


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 Annie’s Project for Farm/Ranch Women


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UNL Extension and Farm Credit Services of America host Annie's Project, a course to develop management and decision-making skills of farm and ranch women. Classes will be held at Thedford starting May 22 with registration preferred by May 1. Click here for a registration information . Four similar workshops are planned in Nebraska with tentative plans set for Sydney, NE. Contact your local Extension office for more information about programs in your region or go to Annies Project for more information.


Trigger Dates and Stocking Rates:
Drought Mitigation CornerstonesDrought Plan Pic

UNL Extension Educator, Cindy Tusler is encouraging ranchers to use trigger dates and stocking rates as tools to help them plan and make choices related to ongoing drought conditions. A written drought management plan using these tools can assist producers in making decisions. More...


 Programs for Communities (Free)Community1

As a leader in your community, often you are asked to present a program to club meetings, civic groups or professional organizations. Finding information for such a program and then organizing it can be challenging and time consuming. Look no further!

Faculty from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension are providing you research-based, educational program resources free-of-charge. Information in each program is based on research from educational institutions around the world. The programs listed reflect the variety of topics which our clientele cite as issues within their communities. Congratulations on leading your organization to a greater understanding of these priorities!  For lessons....

 

 

 

Upcoming Events Upcoming Events
May 27, All Day
May 27, All Day , 
Dodge County Extension Office
May 27, All Day , 
Lancaster Extension Education Center
May 27, All Day , 
Agricultural Research & Development Center, near Mead
May 27, All Day

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Extension Webcasts

Market Journal logoMarket Journal
Provides current grain/livestock market commentary and analysis; weather, climate, and soil moisture updates; practical advice from seasoned, working producers; and more.

BYF logo Backyard Farmer
View entire episodes or search for answers to your plant, yard, and insect problems. Watch Backyard Farmer live on NET1 April to mid September (Thursday, 7:00 pm CT). 

Ag Almanac logo Ag Almanac
Audio and video interviews with University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension specialists and educators on topics ranging from crop and livestock production to health and nutrition to lawn and garden care, and more.