Welcome to the University of Nebraska–Lincoln Extension in Platte County

Our office brings you reliable, research-based information in agriculture and natural resources, consumer and family economics, community and economic development and 4-H / youth development. Our goal is simple... to help you put knowledge to work!

Empowering youth. Strengthening families. Advancing agriculture. Managing natural resources. Creating financial security. Building successful businesses and communities.

Our team consists of:

• Allan Vyhnalek, Extension Educator - Agriculture & Unit Leader
• Kelly Feehan, Extension Educator - Horticulture
• Lisa Kaslon, Extension Educator - Youth Development
• Marla Kurtenbach, Extension Assistant - After School Program
• Lia Grant, Extension Assistant - After School Program Parent Liaison
• Mindy Vyhnalek, Extension Assistant - Nutrition Education Program
• Jim Mueller, 4-H Assistant
• Tanya Crawford, Youth Coordinator
• Maxine Wessel, Administrative Assistant
• Sandra Swanson, 4-H Administrative Assistant