Nebraska Extension in Furnas County

05/13/2026

As the Beef State, Nebraska is proud of the producers, families, and communities who work hard every day to raise safe, high-quality beef. Happy National Beef Month!
🔗https://beef.unl.edu/

05/12/2026

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/

05/08/2026

05/08/2026

Due to illness and limited staff availability, we are closed today. Sorry for the inconvenience!

05/07/2026

Join the fun of our 2026 Summer Workshops!

👉 May 27 - Barn Quilt
👉 June 4 - Clover Kid
👉 June 9 - South Central 4-H Camp
👉 June 11 - Inspire Academy (Furnas County)
👉 June 16 - Inspire Academy (Harlan County)
👉 June 30 - Bar Baking Workshop

For more details on location, price, and registration visit https://go.unl.edu/fc-summerworkshopseries. Registration is due by May 22nd.

05/05/2026

Happy graduation week to our 4-H Seniors! We want to give a big shout-out to Tate Weatherwax, Brooke Wendland, and Natalee Holste, who were our 4-H Council Senior Scholarship recipients. We wish you all the best! 🍀 🎓

05/02/2026

Don't forget to enroll in 4-H by June 15th! Enrolled at v2.4honline.com

Questions? Contact the office at 308-268-3105 or email [email protected]. For step-by-step instructions on how to enrolled, visit 4h.unl.edu/enroll

05/01/2026

Join Us for Animal Science Discover Day 2026!
Calling all youth ages 8–18! Are you ready to dive into the world of animal science? Join animal science faculty, educators and industry experts for a day of hands-on learning and career exploration.
From mastering the Science of Super Pests to testing your wits in an Animal Science Escape Room, this interactive event offers a deep dive into the industry.
• When: June 3, 2026, from 9:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. CT
• Where: NCTA Campus, Ag Education Center – Curtis, NE
• Featured Sessions: Goats & Lambs, Animal Nutrition, Agriculture Advocacy, Muscle to Meat, Science of Super Pests, and Escape Room.
• Cost: $20 (includes lunch) if registered by May 29; $30 for late registrations.
Don’t miss out—secure your spot today! Register at go.unl.edu/asdiscoverday2026 or contact Kimberly Cook at [email protected] for more details.

04/30/2026

Micky helped teach Bubbleology at Water Jamboree on Tuesday and Wednesday. For the last 30+ years, area 5th-grade students have learned all about water at Water Jamboree! 💦

04/29/2026

Looking to become BQA certified or need to renew? Join Nebraska BQA on May 7 in Holdrege! Register here: https://bqa.unl.edu/events/

04/28/2026

Nebraska Tractor & Equipment Safety Training is coming near Furnas County!

May 26-27 - Lincoln-Logan-McPherson County Extension Office, 348 W. State Farm Road, North Platte, Nebraska
May 28-29 - Red Willow County Fairgrounds-4H Building, 1400 W. Fifth St., McCook, Nebraska
June 23-24 - Dawson County Fairgrounds, 1002 Plum Creek Parkway, Lexington, Nebraska
June 25 - Phelps County Fairgrounds, 1308 Second St., Holdrege, Nebraska
Virtual Module – For those attending a location that only offers Day One or are attending a location that offers both days, but live 50 miles or more from the location.

To register and learn more, visit www.unmc.edu/publichealth/cscash/outreach/farm-safety-days.html

Federal law restricts youth under the age of 16 from operating certain farm equipment unless the farm is owned by their parents or legal guardians. However, certification through the National Safe Tractor and Machinery Operation Program (NSTMOP) provides an exemption, allowing 14- and 15-year-olds to drive tractors and operate specific mechanized equipment.