University of Nevada Reno Extension

Free radon test kits available now from University of Nevada, Reno Extension

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High levels of radon have been found to cause lung cancer – reduce your risk January is National Radon Action Month, and University of Nevada, Reno Extension’s Nevada Radon Education Program is offering free short-term radon test kits to Nevadans from now through Feb. 28, while supplies last. Radon test kits are available statewide at Extension offices … [Read more...] about Free radon test kits available now from University of Nevada, Reno Extension

Extension offers three agriculture conferences to support Nevada agriculture

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Conferences gather agriculture producers, beekeepers and others to share knowledge and expertise LAS VEGAS – To help provide education and support for Nevada’s agriculture producers, associated businesses and others, University of Nevada, Reno Extension is partnering with other organizations to host three agriculture conferences throughout the state: the Nevada Urban … [Read more...] about Extension offers three agriculture conferences to support Nevada agriculture

Extension offers combined small-acreage and farm-to-fork certification program

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Program offers support for new or up-and-coming Nevada farmers and ranchers  LAS VEGAS – University of Nevada, Reno Extension’s Herds & Harvest Program is providing a certification program Jan. 22 – March 19 geared toward new or up-and-coming ranchers and farmers that will allow them to obtain a Nevada Beginning Farmer & Rancher Level 1 Small Acreage and Farm to … [Read more...] about Extension offers combined small-acreage and farm-to-fork certification program

Free radon test kits available during National Radon Action Month

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January is National Radon Action Month—a time to raise awareness about radon, an invisible  and odorless gas that is the second leading cause of lung cancer in the United States. Across  Nevada, families are encouraged to test their homes and take action to reduce exposure.  Radon forms from the natural breakdown of uranium in soil, rock, and water. It seeps … [Read more...] about Free radon test kits available during National Radon Action Month

Extension hosts Healthy Kids Festival on September 30

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LAS VEGAS – Being healthy, eating well and getting active should be fun, especially for children. Inspiring that lifestyle is the goal of University of Nevada, Reno Extension’s Healthy Kids Festival, which celebrates all things related to wellness. Extension invites families with young children to its 11th annual festival, 11 a.m. – 3 p.m., Sept. […] This … [Read more...] about Extension hosts Healthy Kids Festival on September 30