IANR Summit Highlights Water, Nutrient Management Innovations
April 4, 2024
Ag researchers and industry stakeholders gathered in March to discuss the latest in water and nutrient research, technology, water quality concerns in Nebraska, and more.
Mamo Reappointed as Head of UNL Department of Agronomy and Horticulture
March 28, 2024
During Dr. Mamo's five years in the role, the agronomy and horticulture department has made strides in all three of its mission areas: teaching and learning, research and extension.
Zuppa Selected to Receive Sustainable Agriculture Grant from NCR-SARE
March 15, 2024
The award recognizes and will help fund Zuppa's research project on wheat stem sawfly, with primary focus on how the insect affects winter wheat residue, soil-water storage, soil health, and crop yield in dryland cropping systems.
Entomologist Leaves Humid Climates Behind for Semi-arid Plains
February 1, 2024
Dr. Pin-Chu Lai joined the university's faculty in January as the Panhandle Research, Extension and Education Center's new entomologist and Nebraska Extension specialist.
Peterson Named Associate Director of West Central Research, Extension and Education Center
October 27, 2023
An entomologist and extension specialist, Peterson also leads the Agroecosystems Entomology Lab, and her research focuses on practical applications for integrated pest management of field crops.
Unveiling of Historic Knorr-Holden Plot Signboard
September 20, 2023
UNL faculty members recently celebrated the Knorr-Holden Plot's century-long historical value to agricultural research. Located near Scottsbluff, Knorr-Holden is one of the top five-oldest continuous field-crop experiments in the U.S.
Nebraska Extension Earns Multiple National Awards for Excellence
September 1, 2023
Extension educators were recognized for their work on a range of services provided to Nebraska's agricultural industry, including the farm management program "Know Your Numbers, Know Your Options."
Soil and Water Conservation Society Honors 2023 Award Winners
August 31, 2023
Four leaders in Nebraska resource conservation and the Nebraska Chapter of the Soil and Water Conservation Society (SWCS) were honored by the International SWCS this year.