Brad Lubben

Director of the North Central Extension Risk Management Education Center

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Work Filley Hall (FYH) 207A
Lincoln NE 68583-0922
US
Work 402-472-2235 On campus, dial 2-2235
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Brad Lubben is an Extension Associate Professor, Policy Specialist, and Director of the North Central Extension Risk Management Education Center in the Department of Agricultural Economics at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. He has nearly 30 years of experience in teaching, research, and extension, focusing on agricultural policy and agricultural economics and working in Illinois, Kansas, and Nebraska. Brad's expertise includes federal farm policy and agricultural policy development and risk management education. Brad grew up on a grain and livestock farm near Burr, southeast of Lincoln and holds B.S. and M.S. degrees from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln and a Ph.D. from Kansas State University.

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Match Hay Harvest to Livestock Nutrient Needs

May 23, 2008

Soon native meadows will start growing rapidly and bromegrass will be heading out. At the same time producers are in the midst of planting or fieldwork.

Some producers may plan to cut after cultivating or during the first or second corn irrigation. Others may harvest, based on plant growth stage, like full head.

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Tips for Staying Safe When Transporting Pesticides

May 23, 2008

Pesticides should always be handled carefully and according to the label. But when transporting pesticides, extra precautions are necessary to avoid potential problems in the event of an accident or spill. Because pesticides may be transported along public roads, the potential for damage from an accident is great.

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Using UNL's Plant and Pest Diagnostic Clinic

May 23, 2008

Accurate Diagnoses Begin with Quality Samples

Tips for Sample Collection

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    Rank Weed Species Competitiveness in Soybean

    May 23, 2008

    When Planning Control Measures

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    Step up Pasture Weed Management; Limit Cosmetic Control

    May 23, 2008

    While early to mid-June is a popular time to spray pasture weeds and woody plants, it may not be the smart thing to do.

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    Hoary Vervain Often in Overgrazed Pastures

    May 23, 2008

    Hoary vervain (Verbena stricta), also known as wooly verbena or tall vervain, is a common native weed in northeast Nebraska's over-grazed rangeland, prairies and disturbed sites in all soil types.

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