UNL Family Economist: In Tough Economy, Take Charge of Finances
January 21, 2009
With bad national economic news at every turn, it is important that people take steps to protect their own finances, a University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension family economics specialist said.
Using Resistant Varieties to Combat Soybean Diseases
November 21, 2008
One management practice available for certain soybean diseases is the use of resistant soybean varieties. As you make your seed selections, consider using resistance in your soybean seed if you have one of the following problems. Always make sure to select agronomic characteristics to match your ground and conditions as well.
UNL Scientist: Soybean Genome Breakthrough is 'Stupendous Achievement'
December 9, 2008
The release this week of the complete draft assembly of soybean's genetic code is a "stupendous achievement" that will lead to further advances in breeding strategies for one of the world's most valuable crops, said a UNL scientist who's been involved in research leading to the breakthrough.
Eliminate One Field Operation, Save $8-$10 an Acre
November 17, 2008
Gary Zoubek, Extension Educator
Giving Proper Nitrogen Credit for Legumes in Corn and Milo Rotations
October 27, 2008
Added profit:
$30.15-$80.40/acrea
Based on an average savings of 45 lb of N after soybeans and 120 lb of N after alfalfa at $0.67/lb of N
Gary Zoubek, Extension Educator
Credit Soil for Nitrate Nitrogen (Save $24/acre)
November 23, 2008
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Added profit: $24/acrea aBased on saving 36 pounds of nitrogen costing $0.67/pound |
Renovate Windbreaks to Bolster Effectiveness
November 21, 2008
As windbreaks age, they deteriorate and simple maintenance may not assure their continued efficiency, said a Nebraska Forest Service specialist.
Decommissioning Old Wells Protects Water Quality
December 1, 2008
The picturesque windmills that dot Nebraska's landscape can hide some dirty little secrets.
"We all like to see windmills, but few of us stop to think they can contribute to groundwater contamination," said Dave Shelton, a UNL Extension agricultural engineer.