Grain bins can be deadly for farmers who need to get inside to shift grain. Three guys had an idea; build robots to do the job instead. The Aurora-based start-up Grain Weevil was born. #NationalAgDay #NationalAgWeek #WhatIfNebraska

Using drones to spray flies on cattle was discussed at this year's private pest ed trainings.... Nebraska Extension is hosting the first sprayer drone conference in Nebraska on Thursday, March 28, 2024, in Aurora. More info and how to register ($75) at cropwatch.unl.edu/2024/nebraska-…

Emily Manning, Early Childhood Extension Educator, will be sharing about her work in Extension on Wednesday, May 8th at 12:30 pm at the Aurora Public Library. This meeting is open to all.

REGISTER NOW! 2024 Tractor & Equipment Safety Trainings are scheduled across the state. Visit go.unmc.edu/tractor-safety… to learn more! No Day 1 at your location? You can attend it at another location, or choose the online option! #FarmSafety #TractorSafety #NebExt Nebraska Extension

Invitation to Support Nebraska Extension's Agriculture Workforce Needs Survey: 🌾 Help shape the future of Nebraska's agricultural workforce! 🔍 Take our 10-minute anonymous survey. 📝 Survey link: go.unl.edu/agworkforce

Ellie Wanek, a UNL junior majoring in Animal Science, will be spending her summer in the Merck Animal Health Future Talent Rotational Program (FTRP). Read her full article and how she found this opportunity on our blog 👉 careers.unl.edu/?p=339614

The fairbook is your friend!! The 2024 Hamilton County 4-H Fairbook can be found on our website: go.unl.edu/hamcoforms It will help you with your prefair entries (due July 10!)! In the fairbook you will find schedule for fair week, and all the details you are wondering about.

We have just discovered that the version of the fairbook published in the newspaper on June 12, is a reprint of last year's fairbook and does not include the updates or changes for the 4-H portion of the 2024 Hamilton County Fair. Please visit our website go.unl.edu/hamcoforms

From University of Nebraska-Lincoln to the Nebraska Sandhills, Josie Crouch has had a strong drive to make an impact with her research. Her experience at the Gudmundsen Sandhills Laboratory has opened doors with Nebraska Extension as she is set to graduate this Saturday. 🎓🐮 …riculturenaturalresources.exposure.co/meet-a-husker-…

Looking for local expertise? Use our interactive map to find Extension experts in your area with contact info and specialties! epd.unl.edu #NebExt #LocalExperts Institute of Agriculture and Natural Resources

#NSFSBIR Grain Weevil is keeping farmers safe with a life-saving robot that keeps humans out of dangerous confinements like grain bins. A father-son duo designed a robot that can break up crusts and level, inspect, feed and map grain. bit.ly/4ef3hW5 📷 Saturn's Lens

Today on Ranch Transition Tuesday 😊 Key Components of Transition Planning… 1. Business Planning 2. Estate Planning** 3. Retirement Planning 4. Succession Planning. **tends to be the most emotionally charged. More on approaching these conversations at cap.unl.edu/succession/how…

Celebrate National Pizza Month with 4-H's favorite pizza from Casey's! For every large pizza bought now to November 5. Casey's will donate $1 to 4-H programs, up to $100,000! For more information, click 4-h.org/caseyspizza/ Nebraska 4-H Nebraska Extension

The Aurora Police Department is looking for four missing teens that may be in Grand Island. 1011now.com/2024/10/17/aur…

The PRF signup deadline is Dec. 1. This week's webinar will give an overview of PRF and how livestock producers might incorporate it into their risk management plan. Coverage strategies and historical performance in Nebraska will also be covered. Register: go.unl.edu/yo2n

Registration is open now! For the 40th year, the Nebraska Women in Ag Conference will take stage on February 20 & 21. Two days packed with inspirational speakers, networking opportunities, and innovative workshops you won't want to miss. Register today! wia.unl.edu/conference/

🚜 Attn Livestock Producers! 📷 Join us Jan 21 for a FREE Livestock Risk Management Workshop in Clay Center! Learn about USDA insurance options & strategies to reduce risk in uncertain times.📷forms.office.com/r/jpiUrMesx4 Fillmore County Extension Nebraska Ag Economics Farmers & Ranchers College

USDA-RMA's Weaned Calf Risk Protection Insurance helps protect the post-weaning weight gain of feeder cattle. The one-time enrollment deadline is January 31. Tune in tomorrow, January 9, at Noon CT to learn more about the program, coverage, and options. cap.unl.edu

Session 2 has a little bit of everything! 🐮🥗 Learn more about these workshops here ›› wia.unl.edu/conference/ 📲