January 31, 2020

Crop Production

Strategic Tillage for the Improvement of No-Till Cropping Systems

The practice of OT once in 5 to 10 years or more is not likely to adversely affect no-till systems. However, to be beneficial, the OT has to be well-planned and implemented to target a well-characterized problem such as a weed control or compaction problem.

Main Factors Influencing Yellow Field Pea Protein Content in Nebraska

Yellow field peas (Pisum sativum L.) recently gained popularity across Nebraska due to their rotational benefits and increase in consumers' demand for plant-based alternatives to meat and dairy products.

Nebraska Extension Offering Its First Ever Crops Practicum

The Nebraska Crops Practicum is a hands-on educational program that highlights research, techniques and technologies used in agricultural research, pest management and sustainable agriculture while encouraging best management practices to improve farm efficiency and profitability. Registration ends March 5^th.

Farm Bill

Schedule Your Appointment Now with Farm Service Agency

Farmers who complete their election and enrollment applications now still have the opportunity to change their program selections until the March 16 deadline.

Pesticide Safety

Your Local PSEP at Work: Teaching Safety to Thousands of Applicators

Our job at the Nebraska Extension Pesticide Safety Education Program is to educate and train the state’s 29,800+ applicators while using both general use and restricted use pesticides.

Cover Crops

Nebraska Cover Crop and Soil Health Conference Set for Feb. 13

The Nebraska Cover Crop and Soil Health Conference will provide information to growers who are just getting started with cover crops and to those who have already made them part of their operation.

Midwest Cover Crops Council Annual Conference Is Feb. 11-12 in Kansas City

The 2020 Midwest Cover Crops Council Annual Conference has been scheduled for February 11-12, 2020, at the KCI Expo Center in Kansas City, MO. Both days are open to the public.

Extension Events

Nebraska On-Farm Research Network 2020 results update dates and location

Growers Statewide to Share On-Farm Research in February Meetings

Farm operators and agronomists from across the state are invited to attend the Nebraska On-Farm Research Network research results update meeting at a location near them.

Ag Expo and Poultry Manure Workshop Coming to Butler County in February

Producers in Butler County have the opportunity to participate in two upcoming events, both in David City.

Annie's inspired workshop offered in four locations

Southeast Nebraska Workshops Inspired by Annie's Project

These programs provide women opportunities to learn from agricultural professionals and connect with other women in agriculture in a relaxed, fun and dynamic setting.

TAPS

Technology To Be Showcased at TAPS Kick-Off

With a growing list of technology companies partnering with the Testing Ag Performance Solutions (TAPS) program, the 2020 Kick-Off is planned with a focus on the innovative technology and services that can be tested in a no-risk environment in the TAPS program.

TAPS Program Benefits a Large Range of People

The Testing Ag Performance Solutions (TAPS) program provides a touchstone where ideas and people can observe and use new ideas, test conventional wisdom, and discover better ways to do business in an environment of friendly competition.