Gary Stone
faculty
- Assoc Exten Educator NE Ext Engagement Zone 1 University of Nebraska–Lincoln
Work
4502 Ave I
Scottsbluff
NE
69361-4939
US
Work
308-632-1230
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icon-academic-capEducation
- MS, University of Nebraska, 1977
- BS, University of Wyoming, 1976
- Other, Nebraska State Irrigation Association, 2013
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- Cheatgrass Challenge Management , University of Wyoming, SAREC, Lingle, WY
icon-bookmark-starAwards & Honors
- Harold E Alley Award, Wyoming Weed & Pest Council, 2002
- The Chester I. Walters “Extra Mile” Award, Nebraska Extension, 2016
- Nebraska Extension Excellnce in Extension Team Award, Nebraska Extension, 2020
- Wyoming Stock Growers Associatoin Environmental Stewardship Award Upper North Platte River Weed Management Area, Wyoming Stock Growers Association, 2015
Area of Responsibility: UNL Panhandle Research & Extension District
Program Responsibilities: Water management (crops and urban), horticultural topics, and some cropping systems
Nebraska Extension Teams: Resistant and Invasive Pests and Efficient Water Use
Crop Reports
Climate Change and Future Nebraska Water Challenges
November 10, 2021
Dave Aiken, professor and water and agricultural law specialist in UNL's Department of Agricultural Economics, highlights concerns about climate change for agriculture in Nebraska.
Crop Progress: Harvest Winds Down for Soybeans, Corn at 82%
November 8, 2021
For the week ending Nov. 7, 2021, corn harvested was 82%, soybeans harvested was 95%, and sorghum, 85%.
Pasture and Forage Minute: Grazing Stockpiled Grass, Alfalfa Soil Sampling
November 8, 2021
After drought, fall armyworms and rising fertilizer prices, it's especially important to conduct soil samples in alfalfa fields this year for a better yield next year.
FarmBits Podcast: Bushel Powered Commodity Marketing
November 5, 2021
FarmBits kicks off a new fall series on Digital Tools for Optimal Economics with guest interview by Dane Braun, VP of product at Bushel, who discusses the company's software technology solutions for growers and grain buyers.
Crop Insurance Premium Subsidies Influence on Family Farms
November 4, 2021
Though taxpayer-subsidized crop insurance programs are successful in increasing participation, an unintended consequence of such programs has been farm consolidation.
Funding Available from USDA to Protect Groundwater
November 3, 2021
Landowners have until Friday, Nov. 19 to apply for USDA NRCS funding that will provide financial assistance to individuals seeking to install conservation practices in source water protection priority area.
Crop Progress: Soybean Harvest at 91%
November 3, 2021
For the week ending Oct. 31, 2021, corn harvest was at 72%, soybean harvest, 91%, and sorghum, 78%.
The Nebraska Microenterprise Tax Credit
November 3, 2021
Learn more about farmers' eligibility requirements for the Nebraska Microenterprise Tax Credit, a refundable credit given to individuals operating small businesses who demonstrate growth in their business.