Options For Late Summer Pasture Weeds
August 22, 2008
Stimulated by recent summer rains, weeds have exploded in many pastures. Because many pastures only had short grass as competition, these weeds grew almost unchecked. Only pastures or areas in pastures with thick, relatively tall grass stands have few weeds.
USDA: Crop Conditions
August 22, 2008
For the week endingAugust 17, 2008, below normal temperatures and rains acrossmost of the state improved soil moisture profiles andreduced stress on crops. Therains provided enough moisture in some areas to shut downirrigation pumps a few days. With the recent rainfall theNorthwest District is now 2% above normalprecipitation since April 1.
Water and Water-Use Topics Focus of UNL Husker Harvest Days Exhibits
September 4, 2008
UNL's Institute of Agriculture and
Market Journal Delivers Key Ag Information at Husker Harvest Days
September 4, 2008
UNL's "Market Journal" program will have multiple presentations on agriculture and marketing at Husker Harvest Days in Grand Island Sept. 9-11.
Southeast Nebraska Diversified Ag Tour Sept. 5
August 28, 2008
A UNL Extension Diversified Ag Tour Sept. 5 will highlight two southeast Nebraska farms, the Kimmel Research and Education Center, and an organic winery.
Improving Crop Water Productivity Conference Sept. 18
Program
8:00 a.m. Registration |