Ben Beckman
faculty
- Assoc Exten Educator NE Ext Engagement Zone 5 University of Nebraska–Lincoln
Work
PO Box 368 101 E Centre
Hartington
NE
68739-0368
US
Work
402-254-6821
QR Code for Ben Beckman
Extension Crop and Pest Reports (June 3-7)
June 7, 2024
Extension educators share their observations in Nebraska fields this week.
Drought Plans Should be Updated, as Weather Predictions Could Impact Forage
June 7, 2024
With significantly lower hay prices and concerns about reduced forage production this summer, producers should consider securing a portion of the expected needed hay supplies for next fall and winter now.
USDA Announces $22 Million to Support Underserved and Veteran Farmers and Ranchers
June 7, 2024
With USDA's 2501 Program funding, organizations conduct education, training, farming demos, and ag conferences to help underserved and veteran producers operate successful farms.
USDA Partners with FarmRaise on Financial Tools and Resources for Agricultural Producers
June 7, 2024
A newly launched online tool assists livestock producers who suffered losses from severe weather, providing guidance on required loss documentation and a portal to submit their information to FSA county offices.
Diverse Seedling Diseases Present in Nebraska Soybeans
June 6, 2024
Identifying some of the common soybean diseases in Nebraska can be difficult, as they often share similar features. Here, Extension Specialist Dylan Mangel outlines characteristics and management options for each seedling disease.
Weekly Weather Outlook and Update: June 6, 2024
June 6, 2024
After some showers this weekend, Nebraska will receive its first real summer heat next week
Pasture and Forage Minute: Alfalfa Harvest Checklist, Managing Pasture Weeds After Drought
June 6, 2024
It's time for first cutting of alfalfa, which is a prime opportunity to assess field condition. Keep these factors in mind during harvest to get ahead of crop issues.
Free Farm and Ag Law Clinics Set for June 2024
June 6, 2024
Nebraska producers can receive free legal and financial advice through one of four clinics throughout June.