USDA to Survey Farmer Planting Intentions for 2022
February 16, 2022
NASS will ask producers to provide information online or by mail about the types of crops they intend to plant in 2022, how many acres they intend to plant and the amounts of grain and oilseed stored on their farms.
4-H Assistant Appointed for Scotts Bluff County
February 16, 2022
As the new 4-H assistant, Connelly will be responsible for implementing programming in 4-H and youth development in Scotts Bluff County.
Lack of Snow, Dryness Continue Winter Trend
February 14, 2022
The dryness of this winter season is expected to continue in Nebraska, as Nebraska State Associate Climatologist Al Dutcher shares his outlook for the rest of February and March.
Update on the 2019 Tunnel Collapse and Canal Washout — Tunnel Repair or Replacement Options
February 14, 2022
The Gering-Fort Laramie Irrigation District is seeking public opinion on whether to repair or replace Tunnels No. 1 and 2.
WIA Conference to Offer Continuing Education Credits for Crop Advisor, Veterinary Professionals
February 10, 2022
Eleven conference workshops have been approved for Certified Crop Advisor Continuing Education Credits, and two workshops have been approved for veterinarians or veterinary technicians licensed in Nebraska to receive credits.
Dryland Specialist Cody Creech Named to Fenster Professorship
February 10, 2022
The second Fenster professor in UNL's history, Creech's research and extension efforts since 2015 have focused on enhancing agronomic practices to increase profitability, optimizing soil water conservation and delivering weed management solutions.
Continued Good News for Grasshopper Risk on Rangeland
February 10, 2022
Based on fall adult surveys conducted by USDA-APHIS, the risk of grasshopper infestation in Nebraska rangelands will be low in 2022, with slightly higher risk in southwestern Nebraska.
Pasture and Forage Minute: Cutting Alfalfa Fertilizer Costs with Manure
February 10, 2022
Save money by getting a jumpstart on your summer annual forage plan. Plus, Nebraska Extension Educator Ben Beckman explains how to prepare alfalfa seed beds with manure to save on fertilizer costs this growing season.