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Save the Dates: 2023 Nebraska Soil Health School

Wed, 12/14/2022 - 11:32
The new Nebraska Soil Health School is geared toward Nebraska farmers, ag professionals, UNL faculty/students and USDA NRCS employees, with three workshops planned in 2023. Created to enhance the technical soil-related knowledge of farmers and ag industry professionals, the new Nebraska Soil Health School workshop will be hosted in three locations across Nebraska in 2023.

Chemigation Training in 2023

Wed, 12/14/2022 - 11:10
Chemigation training is offered at face-to-face events and online through the Nebraska Department of Environment and Energy, at no cost to the individual.

Online Offerings for Pesticide Applicator Training, Chemigation Training

Wed, 12/14/2022 - 11:01
New for 2023, certain county extension offices have agreed to host computer kiosks that private applicators can use to complete the program, and extension educators will be hosting Zoom training sessions.

Commercial and Noncommercial Pesticide Applicator Training in 2023

Wed, 12/14/2022 - 10:18
There are five conferences in 2023 where individuals can recertify their pesticide applicator licenses, including Nebraska Extension's Crop Production Clinics beginning Jan. 4 across the state.

Pesticide Safety Certification Training for Private Applicators in 2023

Tue, 12/13/2022 - 16:17
There are several important changes to Nebraska's application certification/licensing program for 2023, including age requirements, identification information, aerial licensure and more.

March 1 Filing Deadline

Fri, 12/09/2022 - 12:41
Nebraska Farm Business, Inc. Director Tina Barrett discusses payment options available to farmers for the upcoming tax season.

Rural Nebraskans’ Perceptions of the Economy and Employment

Fri, 12/09/2022 - 11:35
Erin Ehnle Brown/realagstock (Photo courtesy Center for Agricultural Profitability) Results of the 2022 Nebraska Rural Poll, where respondents were asked about their perceptions of the economy and employment considerations.

Managing Weed Seeds in Manure

Fri, 12/09/2022 - 11:28
Small but mighty, weed seeds in manure can be problematic when they result in overgrown, weedy fields after manure application. Luckily, there are some measures that can be taken to reduce the viability of those weed seeds.

Pasture and Forage Minute: Snowy Grazing Concerns, Nutrient Loss in Baled Cornstalks

Mon, 12/05/2022 - 17:06
This week, extension educators focus on crop residue, including livestock grazing challenges after a snow or ice event, and calculating nutrient loss in baled cornstalks.

Extension Sets Financial Record-keeping Course for Farmers and Ranchers in January

Mon, 12/05/2022 - 16:09
The first session of Nebraska Extension's record-keeping course will be on Tuesdays in January, beginning Jan. 10.

Agricultural Land Management Quarterly Webinar

Thu, 12/01/2022 - 22:45
The November webinar covered recent findings from the 2022 USDA NASS county-level cash rent survey and trends in farm programs influencing operations across the state.

2022 Northern Plains Farm Labor Report

Thu, 12/01/2022 - 22:30
The Northern Plains farm laborers are receiving higher wages in the region and the workforce remains stable compared to 2021, according to a recent report by USDA NASS.

Crop Progress: Minor Improvement in Winter Wheat Condition

Thu, 12/01/2022 - 22:15
Winter wheat made only a slight improvement in condition as of Nov. 27.

2022 Census of Agriculture Now Underway in Nebraska

Thu, 12/01/2022 - 22:03
Nebraska producers can now begin using their unique survey codes to complete the 2022 Census of Agriculture, which is open for responses until Monday, Feb. 6, 2023.

Survey: How Did We Do in 2022?

Thu, 12/01/2022 - 21:07
What did you like about CropWatch content in 2022? How can we better help you with farm management decisions in 2023? Take our survey and let us know!

Financial Drought Prompts Closures, Uncertainty for Mesonet’s Future

Thu, 12/01/2022 - 14:21
Nebraska Mesonet staff commemorated a new weather station's first day of observations in July 2021 with this photo. Located in Big Springs, the weather station is funded by UNL's West Central Research and Extension Center. (Photo by Nebraska Mesonet)

Pasture and Forage Minute: Saving Hay, Ag Land Leasing Workshops

Wed, 11/30/2022 - 16:30
Tips on reducing hay loss from the elements and during feeding, and information on December's ag land leasing workshops for producers seeking more in-depth farm and ranch leasing guidance.

2023 Nebraska Crop Production Budgets — Higher Costs and Risks

Wed, 11/30/2022 - 15:35
Shelby Chesnut/realagstock (Photo courtesy Center for Agricultural Profitability) Glennis McClure, Nebraska Extension educator and farm and ranch management analyst, reviews her projections for cost of crop production increases in 2023.

TAPS Banquet to Celebrate 2022 Competitions

Wed, 11/30/2022 - 14:19
After a social hour and dinner, TAPS organizers will discuss the findings from this year’s competitions, present data derived from teams’ decisions, and end the evening with honors to the award recipients for each contest.

Nebraska Soybean Day and Machinery Expo Offers 2023 Growing Season Information

Wed, 11/30/2022 - 13:47
The 2022 Nebraska Soybean Day and Machinery Expo kicks off at 8:30 a.m. Thursday, Dec. 15 with the opening of the expo, followed by speaker sessions beginning at 9:10 a.m. Presentations at the 2022 expo will highlight soybean market predictions for 2023, management of soybean stem borer and how to plan a successful transition for your farm or ranch operation.