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Not sure what to do in the lawn and garden this month? Check out this month's Gardening Checklist for ideas and inspirat...
10/06/2026

Not sure what to do in the lawn and garden this month? Check out this month's Gardening Checklist for ideas and inspiration!

Our monthly newsletter is now available and is filled with information, resources, and updates we hope you find helpful!...
10/01/2026

Our monthly newsletter is now available and is filled with information, resources, and updates we hope you find helpful!

If there are topics you would like us to cover, questions you have, or information you would find useful, we would love to hear from you. Please reach out and let us know how we can better serve you and our community.

Thank you for staying connected with us!
https://www.butler.k-state.edu/extension_newsletter/

The new 4-H year is here! Interested in joining but don't know where to start? Contact our 4-H Agent, Madeline Adams, at...
10/01/2026

The new 4-H year is here! Interested in joining but don't know where to start? Contact our 4-H Agent, Madeline Adams, at [email protected] or call 316-321-9660!

🎉 A NEW 4-H YEAR STARTS TODAY! 🎉

Enrollment is officially open for the 2026–2027 4-H year! 🌟

From livestock and shooting sports to STEM, leadership, foods, arts and so much more, 4-H gives youth opportunities to explore interests, build skills, and discover what they’re capable of.

Whether you’re returning for another year or joining 4-H for the first time, we’re excited to have you with us! 💚

👉 Ready to get started? Visit the enrollment information section of our website to learn more and join Butler County 4-H! https://www.butler.k-state.edu/4-h/4-H%20enrollment.html

09/29/2026

🌟 We’re TWO WEEKS away from the Butler County 4-H Open House! 🌟

Curious about 4-H? Come see what it’s all about! 🎉 Explore 40+ project areas, meet local 4-H members and volunteers, learn about opportunities for the new 4-H year, and find a project that sparks your interest!

📅 Date: Monday, October 12
⏰ Time: 6 - 7:30 p.m.
📍 Location: Butler County 4-H/Community Building, 200 N Griffith St, El Dorado

Whether you’re brand new to 4-H or thinking about getting involved again, we’d love to see you there! 💚

Mark your calendar and bring a friend! 🐄🎨🔬🐴🍀

Come find us at the Resource Fair at the Andover Senior Center today from 9 am to 2 pm.
09/23/2026

Come find us at the Resource Fair at the Andover Senior Center today from 9 am to 2 pm.

09/21/2026

Congratulations to Butler County 4-H'er Cami M. for making the Kansas 4-H All-Star Livestock Judging Team this past weekend! 4-H’ers first qualify to try out through participating in the Kansas 4-H Livestock Sweepstakes judging contest in August. Those that qualify then have a follow-up judging practice/try-out during the Kansas State Fair. 6 of the 15 selected for tryouts make the team

Wishing the best of luck at Nationals to Cami and the other 5 teammates later this fall!

Our Family and Consumer Sciences Extension Agent position is open! We are looking for a team member to join our dynamic ...
09/16/2026

Our Family and Consumer Sciences Extension Agent position is open! We are looking for a team member to join our dynamic team! The successful applicant will lead dynamic health, finance, and family systems extension programs in Butler County, KS, with an emphasis on health, nutrition, and wellness. Don't miss out on this opportunity to apply for this rewarding career.

Apply at: https://careers.k-state.edu/jobs/butler-county-family-and-consumer-sciences-extension-agent-other-kansas-united-states-4d3291e7-07bc-4251-8125-93510e4146d2?fbclid=IwY2xjawUX1vBwZG9mAWV4dG4DYWVtAjEwAGJyaWQRMUpmdE93bHR0NHhhMlhUdURzcnRjBmFwcF9pZBAyMjIwMzkxNzg4MjAwODkyAAEeuwyhmea5ajJbSstdcTm8t4eFlOXj1NoR88zMABusHYCNmedfd0cdN4LzuNM_aem_2pLJ1LL1vTAAJLeETcmlVQ

Please join us in welcoming Ema to our team!
09/16/2026

Please join us in welcoming Ema to our team!

A soil test can help take the guesswork out of garden care. Your results can tell you about soil pH and nutrient levels ...
09/14/2026

A soil test can help take the guesswork out of garden care. Your results can tell you about soil pH and nutrient levels and provide recommendations for what your garden may need.

Remember, more fertilizer isn't always better! If a nutrient is already at an adequate level, adding more may be unnecessary.

🧪 Test your soil
📋 Read your results
🌱 Follow the recommendations
💰 Save money by applying only what is needed

Have you had your garden soil tested recently? It's recommended to test your lawn, garden, and flowerbeds every three to five years.

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El Dorado, KS
67042

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