February 9, 2005 Care Needed in Handling Mice to Avoid Hantavirus LINCOLN, Neb. — Four to 10 percent of Nebraska's deer mice are carriers of the potentially deadly hantavirus, according to state and University of Nebraska collecting and testing programs. Careful handling and cleaning procedures can protect humans from exposure to the respiratory disease. MoreJanuary 24, 2005 Recipe to Reality Workshop at UNL Designed for Food Entrepreneurs LINCOLN, Neb. — For anyone who has considered starting a food business, the University of Nebraska-Lincoln Food Processing Center offers an intensive one-day workshop that provides information to help transform ideas into reality. MoreJanuary 21, 2005 Urban Pest Management Conference Jan. 27-28 in Lincoln LINCOLN, Neb. — The 13th annual Nebraska Urban Pest Management Conference will be Jan. 27-28 at the Cornhusker Hotel in Lincoln. MoreJanuary 18, 2005 Equestrian Academy Planned for February and March LINCOLN, Neb. — Professional or amateur horse owners and riders can learn more about horse performance, care and management by participating in the Equestrian Academy in February and March offered at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. MoreDecember 9, 2004 Help Real Christmas Trees Last Through the Holidays LINCOLN, Neb. — As thoughts turn to the holiday season and children compile wish lists, many Nebraskans may wonder how to keep their Christmas trees safe and fresh. MoreDecember 1, 2004 Health-Conscious Revelers Should Enjoy Holiday Favorites Guilt-Free LINCOLN, Neb. — The holidays – packed with parties, family and gifts – often are a time of tempting, calorie-laden foods. MoreNovember 12, 2004 UNL Food Scientist Says New Food Allergen Law Could Cause Confusion LINCOLN, Neb. — Depending on how it's interpreted, a new law designed to help the roughly 12 million Americans suffering from food allergies may cause them some grief, said a University of Nebraska-Lincoln food scientist who is an international expert on food allergies. MoreNovember 5, 2004 Recipe to Reality Workshop Helps Potential Food Entrepreneurs LINCOLN, Neb. — Nebraska's food businesses comprise the state's largest manufacturing segment. The University of Nebraska-Lincoln's Food Processing Center helps ensure continued food industry growth through a program that helps entrepreneurs understand issues associated with launching food-related ventures. MoreOctober 8, 2004 Fundamentals of Wine Program Will Answer Wine-related Questions LINCOLN, Neb. — Questions about wines, their uses, flavors, distinctiveness and overall features will be discussed during a University of Nebraska Cooperative Extension workshop Nov. 5. MoreAugust 18, 2004 October Recipe to Reality Workshop Will Help Those Considering a Food Business LINCOLN, Neb. — Food manufacturing businesses continue to gain popularity in Nebraska, and the University of Nebraska's Food Processing Center is helping to ensure their success through a program that helps new entrepreneurs understand key issues in the startup process. More |
