Determining a Fair Rent for Farm Buildings
September 27, 2024
Insights on calculating fair rent for farm buildings by evaluating both fixed and variable costs, such as depreciation, property taxes, insurance, and repair expenses, as well as building size, condition, location and risk.
August 2024 Climate Summary
September 26, 2024
A dry August in Nebraska led to a return of drought for numerous regions, particularly in the northwest and southeast, where 2-category degradations were observed.
Weekly Weather Outlook and Update: Another Dry Week Ahead
September 26, 2024
Harvest efforts will benefit from the warm, dry weather ahead, but there's also a heightened risk of wildfire and worsening drought through the beginning of October.
Introduction to Schedule F Workshop Scheduled in Mullen
September 26, 2024
Extension professionals will review basic tax information on filing a Schedule F, used by farmers and ranchers to report income and expenses of the business.
Beginning Farmer and Rancher Workshop Offered in Valentine
September 26, 2024
This workshop is perfect for young farmers, ranchers and anyone interested in understanding their role in family operations.
Crop Progress: Dry Bean Harvest Reaches Halfway Point
September 26, 2024
Dry bean harvest was at 46% complete by Sept. 22, and harvest of corn, soybean and sorghum continues near average pace.
Pasture and Forage Minute: Fall Thistle Control, Hay Prices and Drought Concerns
September 26, 2024
Herbicide options for pasture thistles during fall, insights on hay price fluctuations due to factors like drought and market conditions, and addressing the impact of dry weather on pasture health and alfalfa harvest timing.
Nebraska Extension Partnership Leads to Breakthrough Herbicide for Palmer Amaranth in Sugarbeets
September 26, 2024
Nebraska and Colorado-based sugarbeet growers are reporting promising results after using the newly-approved herbicide Goltrix this year.