Nebraska Extension in Harlan County

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Nebraska Extension in Harlan County Nebraska Extension in Harlan County serves the community by providing educational information and youth programming.

10/21/2026

Agricultural producers have a relatively short window to complete their Agriculture Risk Coverage (ARC) and Price Loss Coverage (PLC) decisions for the 2026 crop year. Enrollment opened September 16 and closes December 11, 2026. Be sure to enroll before the deadline. Learn more by visiting our article titled "ARC/PLC Enrollment Reopens: What Producers Need to Know About the 2026 Decision" on our website today.

With drought conditions affecting forage availability and higher hay prices increasing winter feeding costs, Nebraska Ex...
10/20/2026

With drought conditions affecting forage availability and higher hay prices increasing winter feeding costs, Nebraska Extension will offer its Fundamentals of Feeding the Cow webinar series this fall to help cattle producers evaluate feed options and make informed nutrition decisions. This webinar series is designed to help producers better understand the nutritional needs of beef cows and how those needs change throughout the production cycle.

The four-session online series will be held Nov. 9, 12, 16 and 19 from 7:30 to 8:45 p.m. CT.
The series will cover four key areas:
• Understanding how a cow’s nutrient requirements change throughout the production cycle;
• Reading and interpreting feed test analyses and feed tags;
• Comparing feed options and determining the best buy; and
• Developing cost-effective, year-round feeding plans.

Nebraska Extension educators Erin Laborie, Troy Walz and Brock Ortner will lead the series. Sessions are designed to provide practical information producers can apply to their own operations, with opportunities for participants to ask questions throughout the course.
More than 185 producers have participated in previous offerings of Fundamentals of Feeding the Cow.

Registration is $65 and includes a notebook of Nebraska Extension resources. Participation is limited to 40 people, and registration is due Oct. 26.
Register at go.unl.edu/feedingthecow
For more information, contact Erin Laborie at 308-268-3105 or [email protected].

Tuesday is the FINAL day to register your student for the creative session; Hot Mess Canvas. There are limited seats le...
10/19/2026

Tuesday is the FINAL day to register your student for the creative session; Hot Mess Canvas. There are limited seats left!
To register: scan the QR or visit go.unl.edu/early-outworkshop

BeefWatch is your trusted source for timely, research-based insights for Nebraska’s Beef Industry. Subscribe to the Beef...
10/18/2026

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.

✂️🪡 Calling All Quilters! 🪡✂️Looking for time and space to work on your quilt projects?Join us during Quilt Camp Week!📅 ...
10/17/2026

✂️🪡 Calling All Quilters! 🪡✂️
Looking for time and space to work on your quilt projects?

Join us during Quilt Camp Week!
📅 October 19-23
🕘 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM each day
📍Ag Center, Orleans, NE

Bring your sewing machine, supplies, and current project. Enjoy a relaxed atmosphere where you can work at your own pace, share ideas, and connect with other quilting enthusiasts.

Please note: This is not a class or workshop. It is open sewing time for you to focus on your own projects.

Happy quilting! ❤️

EXTENSION BOARD MEMBERS WANTEDDeadline: November 1Harlan County Extension Office is currently looking to fill two seats ...
10/16/2026

EXTENSION BOARD MEMBERS WANTED

Deadline: November 1

Harlan County Extension Office is currently looking to fill two seats on the Harlan County Extension Board. Persons interested in serving on the Extension Board should contact Micky at [email protected] by November 1. If you or someone you know is passionate about advocacy and being a voice for your community and Nebraska Extension, please contact our office for more info or visit https://go.unl.edu/harlan-extboard for specific duties.

10/15/2026

One tactic to transfer wealth between generations is gifting. The U.S. tax code has two main laws that apply to gifting: the annual gift tax exclusion and the gift and estate tax basic exclusion amount. Learn more about these and other gifting topics through the article linked below.

https://cap.unl.edu/news/ideas-estate-and-transition-planning-gifting/

The First Frost of Fall.Frost is on its way, are your plants weather ready? Follow these steps to prevent landscape dama...
10/14/2026

The First Frost of Fall.
Frost 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.

Address

706 Second Street
Alma, NE
68920

Opening Hours

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

Telephone

+13089282119

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