LAS VEGAS – The University of Nevada, Reno will host the annual Cattlemen’s Update virtually in 2021, via Zoom, Jan. 12-13. For more than 40 years, … [Read more...] about Cattlemen’s update goes virtual to provide market, production and research updates for 2020
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Test your home for cancer-causing gas
LAS VEGAS – January is National Radon Action Month, and University of Nevada, Reno Extension’s Radon Education Program is offering free short-term … [Read more...] about Test your home for cancer-causing gas
Communities learn ways to reduce wildfire threat at virtual summit
LAS VEGAS – University of Nevada, Reno Extension’s Living With Fire Program presents the Nevada Network of Fire Adapted Communities Summit. This … [Read more...] about Communities learn ways to reduce wildfire threat at virtual summit
Does hemp hold the potential to be Nevada’s next leading crop?
University research is looking at hemp varieties to determine best practices for production in Nevada LAS VEGAS – Hemp uses less water than many … [Read more...] about Does hemp hold the potential to be Nevada’s next leading crop?
Deadline approaching for student poster contest raising radon awareness
LAS VEGAS – With entries for the Nevada Radon Poster Contest due by Oct. 31, students who want to exhibit their artistic skills are encouraged to … [Read more...] about Deadline approaching for student poster contest raising radon awareness
Extension aims to help older adults stay healthy amid COVID-19
Healthy aging specialist and team collaborate with others to help meet the needs of Nevada seniors LAS VEGAS – The aging population has been … [Read more...] about Extension aims to help older adults stay healthy amid COVID-19
New agricultural research and Extension center begins operations in central Nevada
Eureka County ranch to expand offerings of University’s Experiment Station RENO, NV. – The College of Agriculture, Biotechnology & Natural … [Read more...] about New agricultural research and Extension center begins operations in central Nevada
Catch a falling star… literally
How to collect micrometeorites in your own backyard this August Don Deever, Assistant Professor, Extension EducatorUniversity of Nevada, Reno … [Read more...] about Catch a falling star… literally
Nevada 4-H offering at-home and virtual summer activities
Extension aims to keep youth engaged and learning despite COVID-19 restrictions LAS VEGAS, Nev. – In addition to the many adaptations local 4-H … [Read more...] about Nevada 4-H offering at-home and virtual summer activities
Poison plant concerns raised at commission meeting
During the public comment portion of the May 18 commissioners meeting, Dr. Don Deever with University of Nevada Extension spoke about a large amount … [Read more...] about Poison plant concerns raised at commission meeting