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A website with tips for families, farmers, and ranchers.

University of NebraskaLincoln Extension publications offer research-based, peer-reviewed objective information in a wide range of topics.  Written by specialists and educators in UNL’s Institute of Agriculture and Natural Resources, publication topics range from crop production to flower gardening and from managing your wildlife to managing your finances and communicating with your teenager. Topics are conveniently sorted into 38 categories to make it easy to find information quickly. 

To identify publications of interest to you, browse the publication topics or use the search engine. Many publications are available in a Web-friendly format as well as a printer-friendly PDF format.  (To view PDFs download a free Adobe PDF Reader.) Publications are updated and added continually so drop by often to stay informed.

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Featured Publications

Cutting Costs at Home

Could you bike to work, take a bus, or do your own preventative car maintenance? For more ideas on saving money see NebGuide 1937, Cutting Family Transportation, Recreation, Health Care and Other Expenses.

Understanding Puberty

Puberty can be difficult for both parents and kids. NebGuide 1701, Understanding the Physical Changes of Puberty explains more about the process.

Expanding a Dairy Herd

NebGuide 1975, Nebraska ? An Opportunity for Dairy Expansion and Relocation, explores the advantages Nebraska offers for growing dairies.