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Stephen Baenziger Faculty Bio

Peter Baenziger

volunteer, emeriti

Emeritus Professor Agronomy & Horticulture University of Nebraska–Lincoln

Work Plant Sciences Hall (PLSH) 377L

Lincoln NE 68583-0915

Work 402-472-2811 On campus, dial 2-2811

pbaenziger1@unl.edu

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icon-academic-capEducation

BA, Harvard University, 1972
MS, Purdue University, 1975
Ph D, Purdue University, 1975

icon-chat-userCourses

ENTO 815A, Self-pollinated Crop Breeding, Fall 2016
AGRO 815A, Self-pollinated Crop Breeding, Fall 2016
AGRO 815A, Self-pollinated Crop Breeding, Fall 2016
AGRO 815B, Germplasm and Genes, Fall 2016
AGRO 815B, Germplasm and Genes, Fall 2016

icon-documentPublications and Other Intellectual Contributions

Registration of ‘NE06545’ (Husker Genetics Brand Freeman) Hard Red Winter Wheat. , J. Plant Registrations , October (4th Quarter/Autumn) 2014
Winter and specialty wheat
Distribution of cadmium, iron, and zinc in millstreams of hard winter wheat (Triticum aestivum L.). , J. Agric. Food Chem. , November 2015
Variation for Grain Mineral Concentration in a Diversity Panel of Current and Historical Great Plains Hard Winter Wheat Germplasm. , May 2015
Management of Fusarium head blight of wheat and barley, Crop Protection, July (3rd Quarter/Summer) 2015
Genetic dissection of yield and its component traits using high-density composite map of wheat chromosome 3A: bridging gaps between QTLs and underlying genes., PLoS ONE, August 2013
Using DArT Markers to Monitor Genetic Diversity throughout Selection: A Case Study in Nebraska`s Winter Wheat Breeding Nurseries, Crop Science, November 2013

icon-business-chartResearch & Grants

Improving Winter Wheat Varieties for Nebraska, Ne Wheat Board, July 1996

icon-bookmark-starAwards & Honors

Fellow, Crop Science Society of America, 1990
Fellow, American Society of Agronomy, 1990
Fellow, American Association for the Advancement of Science, 1991
Nebraska Wheat Growers Presidential Chair, University of Nebraska, 2011
Honoree, Nebraska Hall of Agricultural Achievement, 2009
Outstanding Research and Creativity Award, University of Nebraska, 2011
Crop Science Research Award, Crop Science Society of America, 2000
Darrell W. Nelson Excellence in Graduate Student Advising Award, IANR, 2010
Genetics and Plant Breeding Award, National Council of Commercial Plant Breeders, 2013
Omtvedt Innovation Award, IANR, 2009

Faculty Bio

Family standing beside fence — Farm families who decide to gift a portion of the business to heirs should weigh the options carefully — gifting shares during life may reduce the donor's tax liability but could also lower their income, whereas transferring ownership at death allows heirs to benefit from a step-up in the asset's tax basis, potentially reducing capital gains taxes. (CAP photo)

Ideas for Estate and Transition Planning: Gifting Ownership

August 14, 2024

The next installment of a series on bringing family members into an agricultural operation, this article focuses on the pros and cons of gifting shares of a business during the donor's life versus at their death.

Man stands in corn field — A team led by Nebraska's James Schnable has received federal funding to expand the development of an innovative method to predict the performance of corn hybrids. The work is an important step toward commercializing new crop varieties. (Photo by Craig Chandler, University Communication and Marketing)

Schnable Expands Work to ID Corn Genes, Predict Hybrid Performance

August 14, 2024

The research team's efforts could lead to innovations that significantly streamline the process of breeding and commercializing high-yield, resilient corn varieties, which is crucial for meeting global food demands.

soybean field during summer — Historical U.S. crop production reports are available at USDA.

USDA Forecasts U.S. Corn Production Down, Soybean Production Up from 2023

August 14, 2024

Nationwide, corn production is down by 1% from 2023, but soybean growers are expected to have a record-setting season, with the current yield forecast at 4.59 billion bushels.

Corn field at sunset — Historical crop production reports for Nebraska are available at USDA.

Nebraska Crop Production Report for August 2024

August 14, 2024

Nebraska's 2024 corn production, currently estimated at 1.88 billion bushels, is on track to set a new record high for the state.

Combine moving in field as black dust rises — Black dust from common bunt rises behind a combine during winter wheat harvest. (Photo by John Thomas)

Common Bunt Infection in Winter Wheat

August 14, 2024

Common bunt in winter wheat can be avoided by using certified seed, treating seeds with fungicide, and practicing crop rotation and field sanitation. These strategies are crucial to avoid infection and maintain healthy, productive wheat crops.

Pile of harvested corn for silage — Certain silage inoculants can significantly improve the aerobic stability of silage by reducing spoilage when it's re-exposed to air, making them especially useful for large silage piles or bunkers that are difficult to keep fresh.

Pasture and Forage Minute: Recommendations for Storing Quality Silage

August 14, 2024

Extension educators highlight the importance of using the right inoculants and storage methods for corn silage to improve fermentation, reduce spoilage and maintain feed quality.