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FAMILY & COMMUNITY
"Thrills, Squeals & Ferris Wheels!"
The Lancaster County Fair is August 6-10
Volunteers Needed! Call 402-441-7180. Get Your Lancaster County Fair Schedule & Map
4-H PHOTOS & RESULTS
NUTRITION, HEALTH & FOOD SAFETY
Canning & Freezing Resources
Are you inspired by the colorful jars of jellies, salsas, fruits and vegetables displayed at local county fairs? Do you enjoy fresh produce from your own garden? Try preserving your own fruits and vegetables - they will be delicious this winter!
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HOME ENVIRONMENT
Time to Clean Air Conditioners & Heat Pumps
Air conditioner and heat pump units need to be cleaned at least once a year and more frequently when debris is in the air.
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WATER QUALITY
Monitor for Toxic Blue Green Algae
Identifying and understanding the potential effects of toxic algae is important for the safe use of lakes and ponds. Pets and livestock have died from drinking water containing toxic blue-green algae. Humans are at risk from prolonged exposure or swallowing the water. Kits are available to help test for toxic algae.
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LAWN & GARDEN/WATER RESOURCES
Consider a Trickle Irrigation System
Trickle irrigation, called drip irrigation by some, can effectively water home gardens and ornamentals and use 30-50% less water than conventional overhead irrigation.
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ACREAGE, FARM & RANCH
Hay Market Reports Available
If you are looking to buy or sell hay, regional USDA Hay Market Reports, Internet Hay Exchange and the Nebraska Alfalfa Marketing Association resources are available on-line.
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Photo at the Top of this page: The 2008 Lancaster County Fair is August 6-10 at the Lancaster Event Center in Lincoln, Nebraska. Photos and results will be posted here.
This page was updated Saturday, July 26, 7 pm CT
Upcoming Local Events:
Visit the on-line Calendar for details:
July 29 - Horse Course Challenge
July 30 - 4-H Style Revue
July 31 - 4-H Food Booth Training
July 31 - Co. Fair Static Setup
Aug 2 - Co. Fair StaticSetup
Aug 3 - Co. Fair Livestock Setup
Aug 3 - 4-H Horse Pre-Fair Brief
Aug 4 - 4-H Static Exhibit Check in
Aug 5 - 4-H Interview Judging
Aug 6-10 - Lancaster County Fair
4-H Dog Club Receives Award
The Lancaster County 4-H dog club, Canine Companions, was one of the recipients of the 2008 Governor’s Agricultural Excellence Awards. Each year the Nebraska 4-H Foundation, the Governor and the Nebraska Investment Finance Authority honors 4-H clubs for outstanding performance. The funds awarded are intended to aid in improving the quality of the 4-H program and help prepare youth for careers in agriculture. The dog club plans on purchasing dog agility equipment for the Lancaster County Fair. PHOTO
