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.

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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.

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Eliminate One Field Operation, Save $8-$10 an Acre

November 17, 2008 

Gary Zoubek, Extension Educator

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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

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Credit Soil for Nitrate Nitrogen (Save $24/acre)

November 23, 2008

Added profit: $24/acrea

aBased on saving 36 pounds of nitrogen costing $0.67/pound

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Renovate Windbreaks to Bolster Effectiveness

November 21, 2008

As windbreaks age, they deteriorate and simple maintenance may not assure their continued efficiency, said a Nebraska Forest Service specialist.

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Decommissioning Old Wells Protects Water Quality

December 1, 2008

The picturesque windmills that dot Nebraska's landscape can hide some dirty little secrets.

"We all like to see windmills, but few of us stop to think they can contribute to groundwater contamination," said Dave Shelton, a UNL Extension agricultural engineer.

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Several Tax Options Available for Farmers for 2008 Tax Season

December 1, 2008

With just a month before the end of the year, now is the time for farmers to be making tax preparations for 2008, says the Nebraska Farm Business Association director.

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