Nicolas Cafaro La Menza
faculty
- Asst Professor Agronomy & Horticulture University of Nebraska–Lincoln
- Courtesy Asst Professor West Central Research & Extension Center University of Nebraska–Lincoln
Work
402 W State Farm Road
North Platte
NE
69101
US
Work
308-696-6712
On campus, dial 7-6712
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Winter Weather Outlook for 2023-24
October 27, 2023
Temperatures this winter are expected to be above average statewide, and total precipitation — including snowfall — is expected to be above average in southern Nebraska and around average elsewhere.
Weekly Weather Update and Outlook: Oct. 26, 2023
October 26, 2023
After a long stretch of mostly warm weather — especially for eastern Nebraska — Mother Nature is going to give us our first taste of winter this weekend.
Harvesting Insights: Understanding and Utilizing Yield Monitor Data
October 26, 2023
This Center for Ag Profitability webinar delves into the intricacies of working with harvest yield monitor data straight from the combine, including how to access yield data, software requirements, quality control checks and more.
Virtual Workshop Series to Cover Tax Basics, Strategies for Midwestern Women in Ag
October 26, 2023
The workshops will cover a wide range of tax topics for ag producers, including Schedule F forms, claiming deductions, tax strategies to shift income and lower tax bills, and compliance requirements.
Nebraska Extension Webinars to Cover Stress Recognition, Management for Ag Producers and Professionals
October 26, 2023
The “Mending the Stress Fence” webinars will build awareness of the signs and symptoms of stress in rural communities and cover the eight dimensions of wellness.
Pasture and Forage Minute: Grazing Grain Sorghum Stover and Corn Residue
October 26, 2023
A review of the pros and cons of grazing sorghum and corn residue, and how to maximize the nutritional benefits of each.
Crop Progress: Dry Bean Harvest Nearly Done, Soybean at 83%
October 24, 2023
As of Oct. 22, dry bean harvest reached 92% complete in Nebraska, closely followed by soybean at 83% and corn at 62% — all within normal range for late October.
Weekly Weather Update and Outlook: Oct. 19, 2023
October 19, 2023
The next seven to 10 days could feature a bit of severe weather and heavy rain in eastern Nebraska, cold temperatures statewide, a chance of heavy snow, and possibly even a white Halloween.