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USDA Extends Deadline for Emergency Conservation Program in Several Wildfire-Impacted Counties

September 11, 2026

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Wildfire Disaster Designation Opens USDA Emergency Loan Assistance for Nebraska Producers

August 18, 2026

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Mesonet Crosses 100-Station Mark, Serves Wide Range of Nebraska Needs

July 29, 2026

Field with scattered evergreen trees under a clear blue sky.

Cedar Trees Taking Over? Learn Proven Management Strategies Aug. 12

July 22, 2026

Expansive barren landscape with sandy hills, sparse vegetation, and cloudy sky.

USDA Opens Emergency Conservation Program Signup for Nebraska Wildfire-Impacted Producers

May 15, 2026

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USDA Offers Emergency Loans for Producers Impacted by March Wildfires

April 30, 2026

Young corn plants in flood water, some bent over or submerged

USDA Issues Second Supplemental Disaster Payment to Farmers, Extends Application Deadline to Aug. 12

April 24, 2026

A charred tree truck stands in a burnt section of the Nebraska Sandhills.

New website helps landowners track wildfire recovery, view history

April 21, 2026

USDA assistance programs for producers and landowners affected by recent wildfires in Nebraska will be covered during a webinar on April 15. Photo by Nebraska Forest Service/Flickr (Public Domain)

Webinar on USDA Wildfire Recovery Programs in Nebraska April 15

April 7, 2026

A windmill stands in a charred field in western Nebraska.

Nebraska Extension, UNMC partner to offer mental health support after wildfires

April 7, 2026

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Nebraska Extension and USDA Partners Set April Wildfire Recovery Informational Meetings for Farmers and Ranchers

March 31, 2026

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USDA Disaster Assistance for Nebraska Producers Impacted by Wildfire

March 30, 2026

Storm clouds over green fields with red banner reading “Second Tuesday at 9,” Nebraska Extension’s monthly weather series, and “February 2026 Update” text.

Spring Outlook: Moisture Concerns Grow After a Mild Nebraska Winter

February 6, 2026

Helicopter prepares to aerially apply herbicide for cheatgrass control on rangeland in Nebraska’s Wildcat Hills, with support truck on site.

Wildcat Hills Wildlife and Livestock to Benefit from Cheatgrass Grant

December 16, 2025

A Nebraska Mesonet weather station with solar panels and meteorological sensors extends into a clear blue sky.

Funding Allows Expansion of Nebraska Mesonet

October 24, 2025

Young corn plants in flood water, some bent over or submerged

USDA Issues Second Economic Assistance Payment to Agricultural Producers

October 3, 2025