Backyard Farmer

Backyard Farmer is a co-production between NET and Nebraska Extension. The longest-running, locally-produced, television series in the nation, “Backyard Farmer” is celebrating its 67th season and first airs Thursdays on NET with rebroadcasts on NET and NET Create. The program was created by George Round, former University of Nebraska public relations director, Wayne Whitney, former Nebraska Extension horticulturist and Jack McBride, NET’s founding general manager. The show’s format of answering viewer questions remains a cornerstone of the show’s success.

   

Filming from the Legacy of the Plains Museum in Gering, NE


Filming at the State Fair, from the Raising Nebraska Building in Grand Island, NE

   


Every year from spring to fall, our panel of experts deal with topics from insect pests, disease, turf, fruits, and vegetables, as well as landscape design and general horticulture topics. The program consists of a panel of experts dedicated to helping you find solutions to your lawn and garden questions.

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Features

Backyard Farmer: Midwest Hop Producers
Since 2013, Midwest Hop Producers has been paving the way for the Hop industry in the Midwest. A partnership with the University of Nebraska has helped take the business to a whole new level.
Backyard Farmer: St. Gerald's School Garden
Connecting students to nature has been St. Gerald's school mission for over a decade. Enjoy this extraordinary garden and the people who have made it possible.
Backyard Farmer: Produce From The Heart
In 2015, Mike Shambaugh-Miller started a program called 'Produce From The Heart'. Since its inception Mike has been slowing the waste of fresh produce and helping alleviate hunger in Nebraska. You can donate fresh produce to the... more››
Backyard Farmer: The Master Gardener
For over 35 years, she planned out the Plant of the Week for every episode of Backyard Farmer. After turning 95, long-time Extension Master Gardener, Gladys Jeurink hangs up her shears, and retires to the oasis in her own... more››
Backyard Farmer: Nebraska Hops, Craft Beer
Over the past few years, the craft beer industry has exploded across Nebraska. The 'buy local' theme has created a big market for locally produced brewing ingredients, such as hops. We look at the experience the craft brewing... more››
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Backyard Farmer: 60 Years and Still Growing
Host Kim Todd takes a look back at 60 years of Backyard Farmer. Including interviews with current and past panel members and hosts. See for yourself why this show is one of the longest running programs in Television history.