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Lincoln, NE ~ February 2 —The Nebraska Women in Agriculture program and Annie’s Project have announced The Gap and The Gain, as the choice for their first quarter Book Club, which will conclude with a virtual discussion at 1:00 p.m. CST on March 9.

KEARNEY – On a typical day at Beebout Veterinary Medical Center, Charlotte Hargreaves might be drawing up vaccines, assisting withsurgeryorcalmingananxious animal before an exam. The University of Nebraska at Kearney junior is gaining handson experience and confidence by working as a veterinary assistant at the local clinic.

LINCOLN, NE – Governor Jim Pillen signed an executive order that will help support the transportation of much-needed hay, feed, fencing and other supplies to fire ravaged areas of Kansas and Oklahoma. Cattle have been killed and injured. Some were set loose by producers to allow them to escape the flames. Today’s action by Gov. Pillen eases certain transportation regulations that will allow for expedited delivery of items to ranchers in need.

In light of current market dynamics, there has been growing interest in converting marginal dryland crop acres to perennial pasture. Additionally, several government and non-governmental organizations have cost-share dollars available to help facilitate the establishment of perennial forages. To address this opportunity, UNL Extension and the Nebraska Grazing Lands Coalition will host programs on Monday, March 16, in Kimball, and on Tuesday, March 17, in Rushville.

The Valentine FFA Chapter proudly celebrated National FFA Week, held February 21-28, 2026, joining chapters across the country in honoring the impact of the National FFA Organization (formerly Future Farmers of America).

Formal educators teaching grades 6-12 are invited to join Nebraska Game and Parks for a free, interactive Educator Field School at the Niobrara Valley Preserve north of Johnstown, where wetlands, prairie and river systems will become their classroom.

NORTHPLATTE,NE––Nebraska producers will get an updated look at drought conditions in the state and what they could mean for the 2026 growing season during an upcoming webinar hosted by the University of Nebraska–Lincoln’s Center for Agricultural Profitability and Nebraska Extension.

The recent warm temperatures have many gardeners itching to get outside and start planting. While it may feel like spring has arrived, now is not the ideal time to plant most vegetables outdoors in Nebraska. However, it is one of the best times to start planning—and even planting indoors—for the upcoming vegetable season.

Hastings, Nebraska – Hastings College and the ASPIRE program are inviting students from across the region to experience a week of transformation, community and fun during the 2026 Hastings Youth Conference (HYC). The event, themed Wholly Shift!, will take place on campus from June 15 to June 19, 2026.

The Valentine Quiz Bowl team has kicked off the 2026 season with an impressive showing, earning second place out of 12 varsity teams at the Gothenburg Invitational. The strong finish sets the tone for what promises to be an exciting and competitive season.