Impacts

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Extension professionals work shoulder-to-shoulder with Nebraskans to protect natural resources, improve and manage landscapes, address bug-related issues, and grow safe, nutritious food. Through Extension experts and resources, Nebraskans have what they need to make well-informed decisions related to their surroundings, their health, their families, and their hometowns.

 

Creating a Sustainable Future

Nebraska Extension is an integral partner in helping Nebraska live up to its well-earned reputation as “The Good Life.”

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2024 Impacts

256

Pollinator gardens certified through the Nebraska Pollinator Habitat Certification Program.

Pollinators are responsible for one in every three bites of food. By supporting their health, Nebraska Extension helps ensure the resilience of our food systems and wellbeing of our communities.

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$1,059,487

Estimated public value due to 34,100 hours volunteered by Extension Master Gardener Volunteers across Nebraska.

Statewide programs like GROBigRed, Extension Master Gardener Volunteers, Water Dogs, and the 4-H Special Garden Project support fruit & vegetable growers, improve landscape management, and engage youth.

HLES 2023 Extension Master Gardener Volunteer impact.

>65,000

Contacts made with Nebraskans and beyond through learner-centric programs and community engagement.

Through Extension experts and resources, Nebraskans have what they need to make well-informed decisions related to their surroundings, their health, their families, and their hometowns. Nebraska Extension is an integral partner in helping Nebraska live up to its well-earned reputation as “The Good Life.”

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1,700

Packets of seeds were distributed to 4-H youth in 82 Nebraska counties.

Youth learn important gardening practices including weed identification, irrigation frequency, and insect control measures. 

 

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