Nebraska Water Center Conference Hits the Road this August for Scottsbluff
July 1, 2021
An all-star lineup of Nebraska water professionals will discuss water infrastructure in the panhandle, western Nebraska’s unique hydrogeology, and innovation in water and agricultural management at this year's Nebraska Water Center Conference.
PARTT Plus Virtual Field Day Archived on Panhandle Center Website
March 31, 2021
The Panhandle Agricultural Research and Technology Tour offers a glimpse into research projects currently being conducted at the Panhandle Research, Extension and Education Center.
June 6 Field Tour on Cheatgrass Management Research
May 24, 2018
The UNL Panhandle Research and Extension Center will host a field tour on cheatgrass management research on June 6 in Scottsbluff.
Water and Irrigation Specialist to Join Panhandle REC
April 11, 2017
Xin Qiao will join the faculty at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln Panhandle Research and Extension Center May 1 as water and irrigation management specialist.
Panhandle Dry Bean Breeding Specialist Receives Omtvedt Award
December 15, 2016
Carlos Urrea, associate professor and dry bean breeding specialist at the Panhandle Research and Extension Center, recently was presented the Omtvedt Innovation Award from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln Institute of Agriculture and Natural Resources.
The award recognizes IANR faculty who demonstrate exceptional abilities and innovation.
Managing Glyphosate- and ALS-Resistant Kochia in the Panhandle
December 15, 2016
The development and management of pesticide-resistant kochia in dryland and irrigated systems in the Panhandle including a table of herbicide options for Nebraska.
Panhandle REC Studying Sugar Beet Storage Treatments
December 14, 2016
Four post-harvest sugar beet fungicide treatments are being evaluated as part of a new research study underway at the University of Nebraska Panhandle Research and Extension Center in Scottsbluff. The study, which is looking at whether fungicide treatments can improve winter storability of beets, is being conducted with support from Syngenta and Western Sugar Cooperative.
Dec. 3 Conference to Focus on Alternative Ag Enterprises for Farm Families
November 9, 2016
A December 3 conference will explore a variety of opportunities for farmers and ranchers to add an alternative, income-generating ag enterprise to their operation. From goats to beekeeping, and from hops to mint, speakers will address key information to help growers determine whether a new option is a good fit for their family.