New NebGuide: Sulfur Management in Agricultural Systems of Nebraska
January 17, 2024
This new publication from Nebraska Extension describes how to properly manage sulfur in agricultural systems, with a focus on the 4Rs of S fertilization, the sulfur cycle, and sulfur concentration within the state of Nebraska.
Manure Programming Coming to a Location Near You
January 17, 2024
Turning manure nutrients into better crop yields while protecting the environment will be the focus of seven Nebraska Extension workshops held across the state this February and March.
![In Nebraska, all applicators who handle restricted-use pesticides, as well as general-use pesticides for structural or ornamental/turf pest control, or outdoor vector control on behalf of a political subdivision of the state, must be certified/licensed. More info on applicator certification categories can be found <a href="https://nda.nebraska.gov/pesticide/cert2.html" target="_blank">here</a>. Drone spraying field](https://cropwatch.unl.edu/styles/large/public/images/hero/2024/2024-01-19-pesticide-training-commercial.jpeg?itok=ecYf01Id)
Commercial and Noncommercial Pesticide Applicator Training in 2024
January 17, 2024
Recertification for commercial/noncommercial pesticide applicator licenses expiring in 2024 must be completed in person or online by Monday, April 15.
Pesticide Safety Certification Training for Private Applicators in 2024
January 17, 2024
Producers who need to acquire or renew a private pesticide applicator license this year can choose between several options, including in-person training, online self-study programs, and an NDA-administered exam.
![Learn more about the practice of chemigation, industry regulations and certification requirements on the <a href="https://pested.unl.edu/" target="_blank">Pesticide Safety Education Program site</a>. Chemigation system on farm](https://cropwatch.unl.edu/styles/large/public/images/hero/2024/chemigation.jpeg?itok=fN8ZDXDG)
Chemigation Training in 2024
January 17, 2024
Chemigation training for Nebraskans will be offered at nearly 50 in-person sessions from now through April, as well as online.
![The <a href="https://pested.unl.edu/" target="_blank">Pesticide Safety Education Program website</a> has more information on training programs for Nebraskans seeking licensure for pesticide application. Man searching pesticide training website on laptop in field](https://cropwatch.unl.edu/styles/large/public/images/hero/2024/2024-01-19-pesticide-training-online.jpg?itok=-ET3Act9)
Online Courses for Pesticide Applicator, Chemigation Training in 2024
January 17, 2024
Nebraskans can access several courses online for pesticide certification training in 2024, including commercial/noncommercial applicator, private applicator, chemigation and the new Spanish course for private pesticide applicators.
Private Pesticide Applicator Training Course Offered in Spanish for 2024
January 17, 2024
The Spanish training course covers all required materials for individuals to get a private applicator license or recertification for restricted use pesticides.
Pasture and Forage Minute: Reflecting on 2023, Improving Pastures in 2024
January 2, 2024
Extension Forage Crop Residue Specialist Daren Redfearn shares his observations on pasture and forage production throughout 2023, and what producers can do to enhance plant growth in 2024.