Growing Together Nebraska: Madison County

08/24/2023

When the corn is high, stop at the intersections.

Tall corn makes visibility at intersections extremely limited.

Even if you don't see dust flying, stop. Even if you don't have a stop sign, stop. Even if you have the right of way, stop.

You are loved, and you never know whose life you may be saving.

When the corn is high, stop at the intersections, and teach your young drivers to do the same.

08/12/2021

A big thank you to Elkhorn Logan Valley Public Health Department for their donation of these cute gardening sets! We can’t wait to use them next year! ☺️

08/12/2021

Peppers, tomatoes, eggplants and MORE! We have melons peeking through also! 🌶🫑🍅🍆

07/15/2021

Check out my post below for ideas on how to prepare these veggies as well as some great recipes! 🥦🥒🥬

07/15/2021

Beet the heat! By eating your beets this summer.

SELECTION | STORAGE | NUTRITION | IDEAS | RECIPES | HANDOUTS There are many varieties of beets including red beets, golden beets, Chioggia beets and white beets. Red beets are a deep red-purple color and are one of the most common types. Golden beets are sweeter than red. Chioggia beets have red and...

07/15/2021

Eat your greens! Check this out!

SELECTION | STORAGE | NUTRITION | IDEAS | RECIPES | HANDOUTS | RESOURCES Broccoli is a vegetable that grows as clusters of flower buds, called florets, on a stem. The heads of broccoli should be harvested before the flowers open or turn yellow.

07/15/2021

Cucumber Tips!

SELECTION | STORAGE | NUTRITION | IDEAS | RECIPES | HANDOUTS Cucumbers originated in India thousands of years ago. Cucumbers come in several varieties which can be used for different purposes. Some varieties are usually pickled while others are eaten raw.

07/15/2021

Check these out for great recipes and tips on fresh produce!

SELECTION | STORAGE | NUTRITION | IDEAS | RECIPES | HANDOUTS Cabbage originated nearly 2,000 years ago in the Mediterranean region. There are many types of cabbage grown in the world. Varieties of cabbage include red cabbage, Bok Choy and Napa cabbage among other varieties. Check out tips and inform...

06/07/2021

We finally have a shed! Thank you Farm Credit Services.

We are also busy picking strawberries, broccoli, radishes, lettuce, and spinach! 🥦🥬🍓

05/05/2021

Spring has sprung! So far our cold weather crop has been planted and we are excited to get our hands in the dirt! 🥬🥕

04/20/2021

Welcome to Madison County's Growing Together Nebraska Garden Page! Stay tuned for more information.