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Digging into Extension, a CropWatch feature series, shines a spotlight on the professionals of Nebraska Extension, highlighting their roles in extension and services they provide to Nebraska farmers and ranchers.

Continue Scouting for Alfalfa Weevil Feeding

May 15, 2009

Map showing alfalfa weevil development

Fertilize Warm-Season Grasses Yet in May

May 15, 2009 Soon, as soil and air temperature increases, warm-season grasses will begin rapid growth. Adding the correct amount of nitrogen now will help these grasses produce extra hay or grazing.When determining how much nitrogen to apply, consider several factors.

Tips for Hastening Hay Dry-Down

May 15, 2009 "Make hay while the sun shines" is an old, old saying but today's science has shown how true it really is.

The most important weather factor affecting the rate of hay dry-down is sunlight. Temperature, humidity, wind speed, and soil moisture all are important, but solar radiation has the greatest impact on drying rate.

Using Grazing to Control Early Season Pasture Weeds

May 15, 2009 If you have heavy weed pressure in your pastures, controlled grazing can provide efficient control of early season weeds.

Recommended Steps for Washing Pesticide-Contaminated Clothing

May 15, 2009

Play it Safe

Market Journal: How Climate Change will Change Farming

May 15, 2009

Radio Interviews with IANR Experts Posted to the Web

May 15, 2009 If you've ever jumped in your pickup and turned on the radio just to catch the last 30 seconds of an interesting interview with a UNL speaker, there may be another option for getting the rest of the story.

Central Nebraska Organic Agriculture Field Tour May 26

May 15, 2009 A field tour featuring organic agriculture practices will be held Tuesday, May 26 at the Paul Huenefeld farm between Giltner and Aurora.