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Skip to main content University of Nebraska–Lincoln Log In Search Search Form Close Search Submit Institute of Agriculture and Natural Resources Nebraska Master Gardener Program Menu Search Log In Home Become A Master Gardener Training Sites Resources Nebraska Extension Master Gardener Apparel Store Volunteer Vacation to Ecuador Volunteer Reporting Nebraska IANR Nebraska Extension Nebraska Master Gardener Program Home Nebraska Master Gardener Become a Master Gardener Training Sites Resources Nebraska Master Gardener Become a Master Gardener Training Sites Resources Nebraska Master Gardener Become a Master Gardener Training Sites Resources Our Mission The Nebraska Extension Master Gardener Volunteer program extends the outreach of the University of Nebraska-Lincoln by providing volunteers with science-based horticulture education, which prepares them to share their knowledge with the citizens of the State. The Nebraska Master Gardener Program The Nebraska Master Gardener program is a horticulture related volunteer training program based in many counties throughout the state. It has been part of UNL Extension since 1976. Master Gardener volunteers are trained by UNL Extension faculty and staff. They contribute time as volunteers working through their local Extension office to provide horticulture-related information to their community. More specifically, they provide education about sustainable horticultural practices. Participants are required to complete 40 hours of training and 40 hours of volunteer service during the initial year of their involvement in the program. Master Gardener volunteers retain their certification through annual training and volunteering. Nebraska Master Gardener Training Master Gardener training sessions are held at county offices throughout the state. Classes begin in February or March, depending on the location. A minimum of 40 hours of educational training is provided. Most locations conduct training during daytime hours, but some offer evening classes. Nebraska Master Gardener Program Topic Overview Class topics may vary slightly, depending on location within the state, but all classes will include information on integrated pest management, weeds, insects, diseases, plant selection (turf, woody and herbaceous plants), landscape management, soils, fertility, and morphology. The content level is focused on the home gardener, but some participants are employed in the green industry. Master Gardeners Make a Difference Volunteer hours and contacts are completed through various activities including, but not limited to: planting and maintaining demonstration gardens, collecting data on research projects, helping with county and state fair activities, speaking to community groups, leading garden tours, collecting plant samples, answering phone questions, and teaching youth programs. As well as hundreds of educational contacts made through media outlets. Follow Nebraska Master Gardners Program Follow Master Gardner on Facebook Follow Master Gardner on Twitter Nebraska's Local Soil Temperatures United States Drought Monitor UNL Gardens Living horticulture resources on East Campus. Backyard Farmer Extension Master Gardeners Blog Terri James Assistant Extension Educator - Urban Gardening Agronomy and Horticulture 172 Keim Hall Lincoln NE 68583-0915 Phone: (402) 472-8973 Email: nemgs@unl.edu Related Links Backyard Farmer Nebraska Extension Publications Nebraska Extension: Community Environment Nebraska Forest Service Nebraska Statewide Arboretum Campus Links Directory Employment Events Libraries Maps News Office of the Chancellor Report an Incident Policies & Reports Emergency Planning and Preparedness Institutional Equity and Compliance Notice of Nondiscrimination Privacy Policy Security and Fire Safety Report Student Information Disclosures UNL web framework and quality assurance provided by the Web Developer Network · QA Test University of Nebraska–Lincoln Established 1869 · Copyright 2020 Some parts of this site work best with JavaScript enabled....