Nebraska Extension in Polk County

09/09/2026

Drought, frost, and other stress conditions can increase nitrate and prussic acid levels in many summer annual forages. Stop by the University of Nebraska-Lincoln building at Husker Harvest Days to visit with our livestock team about managing risk and pick up nitrate and prussic acid testing kits.

09/08/2026

We will be closed today, September 8th from 8:30am-2pm.

We will be bringing home our 4H'ers exhibits today! Congratulations again to all who sent their exhibits, showed their livestock, and participated in contests this year. We are proud of ALL of you! 💚🍀

09/07/2026

Wishing everyone a safe and relaxing Labor Day!🧑‍🌾👷‍♀️

From the 4-H members learning new skills to the parents, volunteers, and community supporters who help make it all possible, we’re grateful for everyone who gives their time, talents, and effort to help others grow. 🌱

09/06/2026

👷‍♀️Our Office Will be Closed Monday, September 7th 2026. 🍀

09/05/2026

Best of luck to our Polk County 4-H'ers competing in FFA events at the Nebraska State Fair this weekend! We are proud of your hard work and dedication, and we're cheering you on every step of the way!

09/04/2026

Calling all potential 2027 County and State Fair 4-H judges! Sign up now to be a part of the Nebraska 4-H judging team. Help Nebraska youth be beyond ready for work and life through 4-H project exhibits by serving as a 4-H project judge!

Deadline to sign up: September 30, 2026
Register here: https://go.unl.edu/2027judgesregistration

09/03/2026

🍀Show off your favorite 4-H project - or even one that didn't go as planned! Every project tells a story of learning, helping youth build the skills to become healthy, productive, and engaged leaders who are Beyond Ready for work and life. Submit your project for the 4-H Project Showcase by September 15th to be featured during National 4-H Week in October and throughout the year at https://4h.unl.edu/project-showcase.

09/03/2026

Nebraska Women in Ag has announced the launch of a new online course, "Crop Insurance for Farmers," designed to give agricultural producers the knowledge and tools they need to better understand their crop insurance options and make informed risk management decisions. Learn more about how to participate through the link below.

https://cap.unl.edu/news/new-online-course-helps-farmers-navigate-crop-insurance-options/

09/02/2026

Let us help you develop your rural business!

Join Nebraska Extension this fall for the Rural Nebraska Makers Series, four virtual workshops covering practical topics like product photography, pricing, scaling up, and financial basics.

Whether you’re just getting started or looking to grow, these sessions are designed to give you tools you can put to work right away.
-Starts September 14
-Virtual via Zoom
-$15 per workshop

See the flyer for the full schedule and register at go.unl.edu/rural

08/31/2026