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Leslie Johnson

Leslie Johnson

student, faculty

Assoc Exten Educator NE Ext Engagement Zone 5 University of Nebraska–Lincoln

Graduate Student

Post-Baccalaureate

Office of Graduate Studies

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57905 866 Rd Concord NE 68728-2828

US

Work 402-584-3818 On campus, dial 7-3818

leslie.johnson@unl.edu

I am the Animal Manure Management Extension Educator at the University of Nebraska. My role includes facilitating article development for manure.unl.edu and manure-related articles in other publications. I manage the online manure course and annual manure trainings across the state of Nebraska, as well as other manure programming in the state. I also serve as the webinar coordinator for the Livestock and Poultry Environmental Learning Community (https://lpelc.org) and am actively involved in the leadership team of the Soil Health Nexus (https://soilhealthnexus.org).

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BS, University of Nebraska, 2006
MS, University of Nebraska, 2015

icon-bookmark-starAwards & Honors

Communication Award, National Association of County Agricultural Agents, 2021
Communication Award Finalist, National Association of County Agricultural Agents, 2021

Daren Redfearn in field — A new study led by Daren Redfearn, professor of agronomy and horticulture and forage systems specialist, is exploring whether a targeted restoration of perennial grasses amid cropland could bring about a variety of benefits. (Photo by Craig Chandler, University Communication)

Nebraska Research Studying Benefits of Grass Restoration Amid Cropland

February 9, 2022

The project will focus how a targeted restoration of perennial grasses amid cropland could bring about a variety of benefits, ranging from reduction in water and fertilizer use to expansion of wildlife habitat to encouragement of new bioenergy industry.

Fertilizer spraying — USDA/Flickr (Public Domain)

Fertilizer Costs: What is Driving the Increase and How Can Growers Manage It?

February 9, 2022

An in-depth analysis of the factors influencing fertilizer prices in 2022, as well as recommendations for managing input costs.

Farm family working — USDA/Flickr (Public Domain)

Family Goals and Difficult Times

February 9, 2022

Extension Educator Allan Vyhnalek shares his recommendations for farm families navigating difficult situations brought on by unexpected events like death, serious illness or status changes for business partners.

Farm field aerial view

Significant Changes in Cost of Production for 2022 Crops

February 9, 2022

A review the 2022 crop budgets prepared by crop specialists and extension economists, which highlights factors that influenced this year’s projected production costs.

Webinar screenshot — Curtis Mahnken, extension economist, Center for Farm Financial Management, University of Minnesota, was the featured speaker during the recent "Developing Your Business Plan with AgPlan" webinar.

Developing Your Business Plan With AgPlan Webinar

February 9, 2022

Extension educators de-mystify the business plan writing process by discussing why it is important and how to write your plan easily in AgPlan.

Family on farm — USDA/Flickr (Public Domain)

Ag Estate Planning Workshop Set for Wayne, Seward

February 9, 2022

Extension Educator Allan Vyhnalek will offer tools and strategies to effectively plan, start and complete estate plans, and offer insights on common mistakes during the process.

Batie family on the farm

From Data to Decisions: The Nebraska On-Farm Research Network Helps Farmers Find Answers

February 4, 2022

In 2021, over 100 Nebraska On-Farm Research Network projects were conducted on cover crops, row spacing, planting population, starter fertilizer, drones, sensors and models for nitrogen management, and variable-rate seeding technology.

John Thomas riding horses — John Thomas rides a horse at 4-H Horse Camp several years ago in Fort Robinson, Nebraska. Like many of his extension colleagues, Thomas is heavily involved in 4-H, helping other educators and leaders with presentations and projects for 4-H members. (Photos courtesy John Thomas)

Digging into Extension: John Thomas, the Hat Guy

February 3, 2022

There can be no doubt — John Thomas is a multi-talented multi-tasker. Learn more about his winding road to extension in this installment of Digging into Extension.