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Adam Leise, the new Nebraska On-Farm Research Network director, began his duties in the fall of 2024.

Adam Leise Appointed as New Director of Nebraska On-Farm Research Network

November 7, 2024
A native Nebraskan, Leise has a lifelong background in agriculture and specializes in weed science. He began his duties as the OFRN director this fall.

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The 109th Annual Meeting and Professional Improvement Conference of the National Association of County Agriculture Agents recognized four Nebraska Extension professionals with national awards. (IANR News photo)

Nebraska Extension Professionals Honored with 2024 National Awards

August 14, 2024
Four Nebraska Extension professionals received national awards this year for excellence in extension programming and research initiatives.

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Soil and Water Conservation Society Honors 2024 Nebraska Award Winners

August 6, 2024
UNL faculty members Gary Stone and Bijesh Maharjan were among the 2024 award winners for their educational and outreach efforts on soil and water conservation.

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Three from Panhandle Inducted into Nebraska Hall of Agricultural Achievement

May 3, 2024
Two UNL faculty members were among the individuals recognized for their contributions to ag research at the 2024 Nebraska Hall of Agricultural Achievement banquet. 

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Moderator Katie Pekarek addresses guests of the 'Nutrient and Water Efforts and Opportunities' panel during the 2024 IANR Water and Nutrient Management Summit in March. (WICS photo)

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.

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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.

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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.

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The Panhandle Research Extension and Education Center in Scottsbluff welcomed Dr. Pin-Chu Lai, entomologist and Nebraska Extension specialist, on Jan. 2, 2024. (Photo by Chabella Guzman)

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.

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