Bruno Patias Lena
faculty
- Asst Exten Educator NE Ext Engagement Zone 7 University of Nebraska–Lincoln
Work
2715 13th St
Columbus
NE
68601-4916
US
Work
402-563-4901
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Bachelor’s degree in Agronomy (2010) and MSc and PhD degree in Agricultural System Engineering (2016). Worked two years as an Assistant Professor at Mid-West State University in Brazil. Worked for three years as a Post-Doctorate at Auburn University. Have 15+ years of experience with crop water demand, irrigation scheduling, soil moisture sensing technologies, soil-water-plant-atmosphere relations, and precision irrigation.<br>I help producers within Platte, Boone, and Nance Counties to find the best management practices that fit their daily operations, increase their profitability, and reduce environmental impact. Use of soil moisture sensor-based irrigation schedule to promote irrigation best management practices. Use conservation practices to mitigate the nitrate issues in the groundwater. Develop management plans for more resilient farming. Use of high levels of interaction, such as co-learning and co-participatory extension approaches, to increase the adoption and retention of more efficient, profitable, and sustainable farming practices.
icon-academic-capEducation
- BS, Londrina State University, 2010
- MS, "Luiz de Queiroz" College of Agriculture, 2013
- Ph D, "Luiz de Queiroz" College of Agriculture, 2016
icon-business-chartResearch & Grants
- EZ 7 Eastern NE Awareness Water Applicat, Ne Soybean Board, October 2022
Nebraska June 1, 2022 Grain Stocks
June 30, 2022
Nebraska corn stocks are up 3% from 2021, and soybeans stored are up 53%, according to USDA NASS.
2022 Nebraska Acreage Report
June 30, 2022
Dry edible bean acreage is up 17% in Nebraska, while corn acreage is down 2% and soybean acreage remains unchanged from 2021.
Weed Management in Storm-damaged Soybean
June 30, 2022
If considering post-emergence herbicide as an option for weed control in storm-damaged soybean, it's important to check the maximum amount of active ingredient that can be applied to avoid crop injury.
The North Platte River — Multi-use Water, Part 1
June 30, 2022
The first of a six-part series focused on the dams, reservoirs, power generation and some diversion dams located on the North Platte River.
Weekly Agricultural Weather Update — June 28, 2021
June 29, 2022
The forecast for July includes chances of precipitation across the state beginning this weekend, followed by a return to temperatures in the 90s and 100s until mid-July.
Agricultural Custom Work – What to Charge?
June 29, 2022
Farm and Ranch Management Analyst Glennis McClure discusses how custom operators can use the 2022 Nebraska Custom Rates Report and ABC program to calculate competitive rates.
Sensors on the Pivot for Automated Irrigation Scheduling in the Great Plains
June 29, 2022
Results of a research project on optimizing irrigation methods by utilizing thermal and multispectral center pivot sensors to gather crop data.
Pasture and Forage Minute: Considerations for Cutting Hay, Controlling Bluegrass
June 28, 2022
Extension educators discuss some often overlooked factors for determining a grass hay cut date, and share recommendations on timing irrigation for more effective control of bluegrass in alfalfa.