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Most Nebraskans aren’t aware of how much Extension is
supporting them on a daily basis, in almost every area of
their life. Many are aware of the services Extension
provides to the agricultural community, but Extension
provides expertise and know-how to sectors as diverse as nutrition, health care, and technology.
From border to border, Nebraska Extension is making an incredible impact on the success of our state — its youth, its families, its farms and ranches, its communities, its economy.
Impacting All of Nebraska
Each year, Nebraska Extension produces impact reports that showcase the work we are doing on behalf of Nebraskans throughout the state. Browse each of our programs to see how we are impacting areas where you have concerns.
Impact Reports
4-H Youth Development
In Nebraska, one in three age-eligible youth across all 93 counties are enrolled in 4-H, for a total enrollment reaching approximately 140,000
Beef Systems
In 2014, Nebraska was first in the nation for cattle feeding and beef production. Nebraska Extension provides research based information, experiential learning, decision tools and consultation for clients.
Community Environment
Nebraskans have a safer drinking water supply and are ensured wastewater is being treated to a higher standard before being recycled to groundwater.
Community Vitality Initiative
Through the Nebraska Broadband Initiative 82% of households surveyed have a better understanding of how they are using broadband technologies. Gaps in broadband adoption are closing.
Cropping & Water Systems
In 2014, Extension Educators presented workshops in over 94 locations across the state attended by an estimated 4,056 participants from 94 Nebraska counties, 9 U.S. states, and 4 foreign countries.
Food, Nutrition & Health
In 2014, 53,000 Nebraskans were involved in an Extension program for creating healthier eating patterns, increasing physical activity levels, improving health management practices, or reducing foodborne illness.
The Learning Child
As a result of TLC programming and resources, approximately 24,000 children in Nebraska benefit from early childhood professionals and parents who have the essential skills and knowledge to support the healthy growth and development of the children in their care.
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