Dr. Werle is now an assistant professor and extension cropping systems weed scientist at the University of Wisconsin (January 2018).
View his UW bio page.
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Weekly Weather Outlook and Update: Rain Finally Falls on Nebraska

October 25, 2024
Warmer temperatures may return early next week, with record highs possible. More rain is tentatively forecasted for next weekend, with hopes for additional moisture in November.

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National Cover Crop Survey Seeks Farm Advisor Insights

October 24, 2024
Professionals who help farmers in decision-making are encouraged to share their opinions and experiences on cover crop utilization to enhance ag programs, education, research and other industry initiatives.

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Estate planning with life insurance can provide a fair inheritance for all heirs, keeping keep farm succession plans smooth and balanced for all family members.

Ideas for Estate and Transition Planning: Life Insurance Inheritance Equalization

October 24, 2024
Learn how farmers can use life insurance to divide assets between "on-farm" and "off-farm" heirs, ensuring a fair distribution of assets upon passing of the insured.

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Ag Smart Money Week: Free Events Nov. 4-8

October 24, 2024
Unlock financial success at Ag Smart Money Week — join free in-person and virtual sessions tailored for farmers and ranchers to improve financial management, reduce production costs, and handle risks with confidence.

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Though the farm finance and ag law clinics are offered monthly at sites across Nebraska, remote sessions are another option — call the number below to arrange a one-on-one meeting via phone or virtual platform.

Free Farm and Ag Law Clinics Set for October, November

October 24, 2024
Offered since 1989, these clinics offer guidance to farmers and ranchers on a wide variety of issues pertaining to ag business ownership. Sessions are confidential and conducted in-person, with four dates in October and November.

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Historical crop production reports for Nebraska are available at USDA.

Nebraska Crop Production Report for October 2024

October 24, 2024
Overall, Nebraska's crop production is higher than in 2023, with dry beans and alfalfa leading at a 29% increase.

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Start a transition plan now for the next generation. (Photo by Natalie Jones, IANR Media)

Farm and Ranch Transition Planning Workshop Scheduled in Crawford

October 24, 2024
Extension's next Transition Planning workshop will assist farm and ranch families with strategies for developing estate and succession plans.

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Cattle and calf graze in pasture south of Scottsbluff. (Photo by Miranda Mueller)

Pasture Lease Workshop Scheduled in Rushville

October 24, 2024
This Nov. 5 workshop will equip landlords and tenants with up-to-date management strategies for agricultural land leases, including key data on land values and cash rental rates.

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