Bob Harveson

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Harveson Receives APS Distinguished Service Award from North Central Region
UNL Plant Pathologist's Book Offers Tales of Scientific Discovery

December 2022 was Stormy and Colder than Normal

February 1, 2023
In addition to below-normal temperatures closing out 2022 in Nebraska, last year also ranks as the fourth-driest on record for the state.

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Crop Progress: Topsoil Moisture Improved in January

January 31, 2023
Throughout the month of January, topsoil moisture supplies improved in Nebraska, while winter wheat condition remained steady.

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Eastern redcedar trees invade grasslands in the Loess Canyons region. (CropWatch file photo)

Funds Available to Help Restore and Protect Rangeland

January 31, 2023
Landowners interested in receiving funding to address the spread of invasive woody vegetation on rangeland should apply at their local NRCS field office by Friday, Feb. 17, 2023.

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Pasture and Forage Minute: Grazing with Snow Cover, Forage Inventory

January 31, 2023
Insights on the importance of snow cover for pastures and its impacts on livestock, and taking inventory of feed resources for the remainder of winter.

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A spring pasture mix of oats and ryegrass. (Photo by Jerry Volesky)

Pasture and Forage Minute: Planning Spring Annual Forages, More on Deciphering Hay Tests

January 31, 2023
Extension educators review considerations for spring annual forages in Nebraska, and analyze RFV and RFQ estimates in hay tests.

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Free Farm and Ag Law Clinics Set for February

January 31, 2023
There are five dates scheduled for free, in-person farm and ag law clinics in February. 

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Dry edible bean field in western Nebraska. (Photo by Gary Stone)

2023 Dry Edible Bean Day Set for Feb. 7 in Gering

January 31, 2023
Numerous UNL experts are set to present updates on the dry edible bean breeding program, on-farm research studies, pest and nutrient management research, and more.

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FarmBits Podcast: Tagged Tracking with 701x

January 27, 2023
Max Cossette of 701x highlights the features of his company's autonomous app, which can send alerts to livestock producers when potential issues, such as low movement, are detected.

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