Jay Parsons
faculty
- Professor Agricultural Economics University of Nebraska–Lincoln
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FarmBits Podcast: Elevating UAVs
July 22, 2021
Sam Pendleton, Rantizo director of sales, provides an overview of Rantizo's UAV technology used in the company’s custom application services.
FarmBits Podcast: Amazing Trace (Genomics)
July 22, 2021
Erik Christian, Trace Genomics agronomic services manager, breaks down Trace's DNA analysis technology for soil samples, which provides detailed reporting of abiotic and biotic parameters within the soil.
Keys to Successful Farm Transition Planning
July 22, 2021
Extension educator Allan Vyhnalek reviews the issues and goals a farm or ranch family should consider while planning a transition in their operation.
Successful Grain Marketing Focuses on Establishing a Financially Successful Farm Price
July 22, 2021
This Center for Agricultural Profitability article highlights the role of expected revenue in relation to production costs in making the grain marketing decision as well as the creation and importance of your farm’s average selling price.
Long Term Profitability, Balance and Growth of the Farm or Ranch Business
July 22, 2021
Nebraska Extension Agricultural Economist Matt Stockton examines the relationship between profitability and farm management in a balanced operation, and what it takes to be a skilled agriculturalist.
Pasture and Forage Minute: Alfalfa Weed Control, Planting Oats for Extra Forage
July 22, 2021
This week, extension educators review summer weed control strategies for alfalfa, the benefits of using oats as a fall forage crop, plus the latest information on the 2021 Nebraska Grazing Conference.
2021 Forage Field Day Events Planned for Nebraska, South Dakota
July 22, 2021
This year’s program will focus on both annual and perennial forage systems, looking at traditional corn silage, more novel options like small grain silage, and managing alfalfa survivability. Certified Crop Advisor continuing education units are available.
USDA to Survey County Small Grains Acreage
July 21, 2021
The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s National Agricultural Statistics Service (NASS) will survey producers in 32 states, including Nebraska, to collect information on total acres planted and harvested, and yield and production of small grains crops down to the county level.