Nebraska On-Farm Research Network Concludes Annual Results Update Meetings
February 26, 2024
The Nebraska On-Farm Research Network's final 2024 Results Update meetings will take place on Feb. 27 in York, and Feb. 28 in Kearney.
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Pasture and Forage Minute: Pasture Leasing Rates and Alfalfa Winter Survival
February 22, 2024
Extension educators share insights on establishing pasture rental rates and selecting alfalfa seed for winter survival traits.
Pasture and Forage Minute: Considerations for Feed After Calving, Adding Legumes to Pastures
February 12, 2024
Tips on meeting nutrient requirements of cows after calving season and improving pasture production by frost seeding or interseeding legumes.
USDA to Survey Farmers’ Planting Intentions for 2024
February 16, 2024
NASS will mail the survey questionnaire in late February, asking producers to provide information about the types of crops and amount of acreage they intend to plant in 2024.
Farmers, Ranchers Now Can Make USDA Farm Loan Payments Online
February 16, 2024
To better assist producers during seasons of limited free time, such as planting and harvest, farm loan payments can now be made at the borrower’s convenience, on their schedule.
O’Donnell Talks Ag Innovation With RFD-TV
February 16, 2024
Jill O’Donnell, director of the Clayton Yeutter Institute on International Trade and Finance, recently appeared on RFD-TV to discuss how gene editing technologies can boost ag innovation.
This Week on N Field: Spray Drone Requirements in Nebraska
February 16, 2024
Extension insights to assist Nebraska producers in deciding whether drones are a beneficial precision ag investment for their operation.
Weekly Weather Outlook and Update: Feb. 15, 2024
February 16, 2024
Except for a short-lived cold front next week beginning on Wednesday, Nebraska is expected to have mild weather for the rest of February.