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From border to border in Nebraska, UNL Extension is making an incredible impact on the success of our state — its youth, its families, its farms and ranches, its communities, its economy. Please check these websites for more "know how, know now" information.
Artisan breads are just the beginning for the Back Alley Bakery
by Phil Soreide, Betty Sayers and Pam Soreide
Technologically speaking, retained-heat brick ovens are way dark ages, in use by ancient Egyptians, Greeks and Romans thousands of years B.C. So why, in an age of microwave Hot Pockets and dough-in-a-can, do people still make bread this way?
Oh, you poor creature. If you have to ask, for the sake of your culinary soul, schedule a trip immediately if not sooner to the Back Alley Bakery in Hastings.
Nebraska, Farmers, Ranchers, Small Business and Cooperatives through USDA Rural Development Funding
February 3, 2012
USDA Rural Development has selected five recipients in Nebraska to receive business development assistance through the Value-Added Producer Grant (VAPG) program. BFBLN Members include: Robinette Farms & Hollenbeck Farms! Full article
Who Are The Young Farmers Of 'Generation Organic'?
Dec. 12, 2011
"For decades, as young people have been leaving farms behind, the average age of the American farmer has been rising. The last time the government counted farmers, in 2002, the average farmer was 55-years-old. But there's a new surge of youthful vigor into American agriculture — at least in the corner of it devoted to organic, local food. Thousands of young people who've never farmed before are trying it out." -Full Article
UNL retailers offer variety of unique gifts
Dec. 7, 2011
From cheese made at the Dairy Store to fossils available at the NU State Museum's gift shop, UNL offers a variety of shopping hotspots that can help reduce the stress that comes with trying to find meaningful, one-of-a-kind gifts.
PDF Story
Ag Sack Lunch Program 10/11 Interview
October 28, 2011
Ag Sack Lunch Program fires up for a new year of educating Nebraska 4th graders on the importance of agriculture in Nebraska! The program is sponsored by the Nebraska Soybean Board, Nebraska Pork Producers and the Nebraska Corn Board.
North Star Kids are building on their own successful poultry business
Sept. 2011
"A new generation of entrepreneurs has emerged in North Star, Nebraska. Three young producers have formed a market of their own: "North Star Kids." Sisters Jennifer and Ellie Knopik, and their cousin, Quinton Knopik, are raising turkeys and chickens for egg layers and eggs sales. " ARTICLE
Know Your Farmer Rhizosphere Farm: The Price of Beets
Aug. 20, 2011
Please enjoy this profile of Rhizosphere Farm in Waterloo, Neb. The farm is owned/operated by three people - one woman and two men.
Village Point Farmers' Market on Morning Blend!
Aug. 5, 2011
The Village Pointe Farmers Market is back to talk about what's in season now and
upcoming special events at the market!
http://www.omahamorningblend.com/videos/126520118.html
Raising Organic Family Farms Program
Oct. 31, 2011
Lundberg Family Farms® has launched a new initiative that will award up to $50,000 total in grants and scholarships.
Aspiring commercial organic family farmers can submit a 500-word essay in one of three categories:
+ Seed money for equipment, supplies or repairs
+ Education funding towards schooling or conference registration
+ Mentorship with experts in business planning, marketing, retail, livestock management or crop planning.
The deadline for submissions was October 31, 2011. http://raisingorganicfamilyfarms.com/apply-for-grant/on
Partnerships receive $183,975 for agricultural innovation and value-added agriculture
June 21, 2011
The Nebraska Rural Development Commission (RDC) and Nebraska Department of Economic Development (DED) have awarded $183,975 in Agricultural Innovation and Value-Added Ag (VAA) grant funding to nine projects.
To read the full story click HERE
Lincoln Welcomes University Place Community Market: Dennis Burke Reports for 10/11
July 16, 2011
Check out the video HERE!
House Works: Checking Out a Farmers' Market
May 17, 2011
Check out the video of a Lincoln Farmers' Market as they join Chef Judy Gilliard for a glimpse at some of the fresh items offered this year!
House Works Video
Ross to Celebrate Local Honey Production
May 13, 2011
May 13 is the opening night of "Queen of the Sun: What are the Bees Telling Us" at the Mary Riepma Ross Media Arts Center, along with a reception/fundraiser celebrating local honey production and beekeeping.
Today@UNL Article
Interactive: Farmers markets, CSAs and local farms around Lincoln
April 28, 2011
To read the article and check out the interactive powerpoint-click here!
Helping Soldiers Trade Their Swords for Plows
Feb. 6. 2011
Story by the New York Times about an organic farm in California that is teaching young and veteran military personnel with the ins and outs of farming
Read the article here!
Ag Sack Lunch Program
Nov. 5, 2010
The Nebraska Ag Sack Lunch Program is designed to educate Nebraska 4th graders on the importance of agriculture in Nebraska and how it relates to jobs and food production. The program is sponsored by the Nebraska Soybean Board and Nebraska Pork Producer.
For More Information:
News Article by 10/11 News
Video & Interview by Market Journal
