Nebraska Extension in the Central Sandhills

Nebraska Extension in the Central Sandhills Nebraska Extension in Blaine, Grant, Hooker, and Thomas Counties

When someone asks you to think about health, wellness and fitness, you usually think about physical health, exercise or ...
10/02/2026

When someone asks you to think about health, wellness and fitness, you usually think about physical health, exercise or nutrition. Throughout a person’s lifetime, they should not only concentrate on improving and maintaining their physical health but also be working on their cognitive or brain health.

Do you have an abundance of apples? Perhaps you found a good deal on them at the store or farmers' market, but you can't...
10/01/2026

Do you have an abundance of apples? Perhaps you found a good deal on them at the store or farmers' market, but you can't eat them all now.

If you'd like to freeze them, but you're not sure how you'll use them later, try "tray freezing" them as individual slices — you can even leave the skins on. Then, pour out as many as you need, when you need them. Tray frozen apples work best in cooked apple dishes. Instructions here: https://food.unl.edu/article/tray-freezing-apple-slices/

10/01/2026

Rain may have given some of us hope for prolonged grazing or more hay to put up or purchase winter hay later. On the flip side some of us already have enough or have been working on having enough hay lined up until green-up 2027. More at the link in my bio under RECENT POSTS: https://beef.unl.edu/beefwatch/2022/plan-now-purchase-your-hay-supplies/

Key takeaways👇
-Check hay availability and prices early
-Test hay quality for at least CP and TDN
-Store bales correctly to reduce losses
-Calculate winter feed needs ahead of time
-Match forage quality to livestock requirements

Discover & Design | Tree Knot Clay Impressions 🌳This tree knot exploration offers children a fun, hands-on way to connec...
09/30/2026

Discover & Design | Tree Knot Clay Impressions 🌳
This tree knot exploration offers children a fun, hands-on way to connect with nature. By feeling the different textures on tree bark, children will improve their tactile awareness and fine motor skills. This activity not only builds sensory skills but also fosters curiosity about the natural world and the wonders trees provide.

Book Recommendation: Red Leaf, Yellow Leaf by Lois Ehlert
This story helps children explore the life cycle of a leaf and learn more about nature.

Find other activities and download guide here: go.unl.edu/dnd_projects

09/30/2026

Ever wonder how your cost of production compares? The Nebraska Cattle Budgets are a great starting point for evaluating costs, profitability, and management decisions on your ranch.

I recommend using the Northern Panhandle budget for our area: https://cap.unl.edu/cattlebudgets/northern-panhandle/ and available at the link in my bio under RECENT POSTS

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. ...
09/29/2026

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
Join us and help shape the future of 4-H! See less

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