UNL Research: Corn Ethanol Emits 51% Less Greenhouse Gas Than Gasoline
January 23, 2009
Corn ethanol directly emits an average of 51% less greenhouse gas than gasoline, as much as three times the reduction reported in earlier research. This new development is thanks to recent improvements in efficiency throughout the production process, University of Nebraska-Lincoln research shows.
Rural Advantage/Healthy Farms Conference Feb. 13-14 in Grand Island
January 21, 2009
Nebraskans looking for new ways to use their agricultural products, develop new ideas or just plan benefit from living, working and raising a family in the country, can learn more at the Rural Advantage/Healthy Farmers Conference Feb. 13-14 at the Midtown Holiday Inn in Grand Island.
UNL Team's Discovery Expands Understanding of Genetic Code
January 21, 2009
A discovery by University of Nebraska-Lincoln researchers expands understanding of the genetic code, and may help revise a tenet of this universal language of life.
UNL Family Economist: In Tough Economy, Take Charge of Finances
January 21, 2009
With bad national economic news at every turn, it is important that people take steps to protect their own finances, a University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension family economics specialist said.
Using Resistant Varieties to Combat Soybean Diseases
November 21, 2008
One management practice available for certain soybean diseases is the use of resistant soybean varieties. As you make your seed selections, consider using resistance in your soybean seed if you have one of the following problems. Always make sure to select agronomic characteristics to match your ground and conditions as well.
UNL Scientist: Soybean Genome Breakthrough is 'Stupendous Achievement'
December 9, 2008
The release this week of the complete draft assembly of soybean's genetic code is a "stupendous achievement" that will lead to further advances in breeding strategies for one of the world's most valuable crops, said a UNL scientist who's been involved in research leading to the breakthrough.
Eliminate One Field Operation, Save $8-$10 an Acre
November 17, 2008
Gary Zoubek, Extension Educator
Giving Proper Nitrogen Credit for Legumes in Corn and Milo Rotations
October 27, 2008
Added profit:
$30.15-$80.40/acrea
Based on an average savings of 45 lb of N after soybeans and 120 lb of N after alfalfa at $0.67/lb of N
Gary Zoubek, Extension Educator