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University of Nebraska - Lincoln Holt-Boyd County Extension's mission is to help Nebraskans enhance their lives through research-based information.

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How is Methane from Cattle Measured? Part 5 of 6
Ruminants like beef and dairy cattle, sheep, goats, deer, and other animals have a rumen and the rumen contains microbes. Rumen fermentation converts ingested feeds into energy and protein sources.
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Drought-Stunted Alfalfa: Cut It or Leave It?
Dry conditions have left some dryland alfalfa fields short, stressed, & slow to grow. When plants are only six to 12 inches tall, turning purple, yellow, or gray, & starting to bloom - what should we do?
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Managing a Home When Everyone Works
We all work hard today! Many parents aren’t sure what chores are appropriate for children or how to get children to help out around the house.
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Holt Boyd 4-H June Newsletter includes 4‑H Online Enrollment/Re-Enrollment; Enrollment Incentive Winners; Livestock Opportunities; 4‑H Summer Workshops; Shooting Sports; Other; Summer Camps; Senior Scholarship Recipient; Pre-Fair Day; & Calendar
https://t.co/JJxqfTQUh2

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Virtual Fencing Tour - June 16-17
Producers & researchers will show the Halter, Nofence, eShepherd & Gallagher systems. Bus tour will allow you to see the collars & virtual fence in action. Questions answered by researchers and industry experts.
https://t.co/bJB8dCpRDr
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Keeping Stress in Check: Strategies and Tools That Can Help
While we cannot control the weather, we can develop strategies to better manage stress and reduce its long-term effects on our health and well-being.
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Considerations for Planting into Dry Conditions
Because planting sets the stage for the growing season, dry conditions this spring have raised a range of questions about soil conditions, planting depth, irrigation and herbicides.
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Tips To Help Children in a World That Is Critical of Body Size
Create an environment where children learn to feel good about themselves.
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Asparagus Season in Full Swing Across Nebraska
Asparagus is making its annual return to gardens, farmers markets, and dinner tables. It is easy to prepare, packed with nutrients, and for some, even worth hunting. https://t.co/9fXiFkVG9P
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Preparing for Pasture Turnout
When preparing to turn your herd out to pasture, there are a few management decisions that need to be considered. Using a simple checklist is an efficient way to make sure you are prepared.
https://t.co/pE12IzNeJi
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Using, Not Abusing, Timeouts For Kids
Many use timeouts to remove a misbehaving child to a quiet setting before a no-win situation escalates out of hand. https://t.co/qanCr18jFE
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Wheat Forage Options and Considerations
Producers facing low forage supplies may be looking for alternative feed sources. Growers are strongly considering harvesting their wheat early for forage and to reduce forage replacement costs. https://t.co/sNIAeERiER
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Holt Boyd 4-H Newsletter for May 2026 - This issue includes 4‑H Communications Event; Fair Book and Manual Orders; Shooting Sports; Livestock Opportunities; Scholarships; Other; Summer Camps; and Calendar
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Establishing Perennial Grasses
Are you establishing or renovating a field of perennial forage grasses? Seed selection, seedbed preparation, fertilization, methods of seeding, time & rate of seeding, & weed control are all an important part of the process.
https://t.co/2Ftlf2Z7cl

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Taking Stock
In Nebraska, February is usually the halfway point of winter. And since we’re on the back side of the season now, this is a good time to take stock of your feed resources-especially hay. https://t.co/WHPphELhC7
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A Rainbow of Nutrition for Your Plate

Imagine a garden where vegetables and fruit grow all year long. Is it a garden? Not quite, it is the grocery store. https://t.co/HOiTSLiKBi
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4-H Online is open!! Enroll today to be eligible in the drawing for a 4-H t-shirt. Enroll at https://t.co/ZZIdd3fnii

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4-H Online is open!! Enroll today to be eligible in the drawing for a 4-H t-shirt. Enroll at https://t.co/ZZIdd3fV7Q

[UNL Holt-Boyd County @holtboyd]

4-H Online is open!! Enroll today to be eligible in the drawing for a 4-H t-shirt. Enroll at https://t.co/ZZIdd3fnii

[UNL Holt-Boyd County @holtboyd]

4-H Online is open!! Enroll today to be eligible in the drawing for a 4-H t-shirt. Enroll at https://t.co/ZZIdd3fV7Q