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Soybeans are harvested on a farm near Friend. (Photo by Craig Chandler, University Communication) Weather Ready Farms aims to help producers up their operation’s resiliency against extreme weather events and disasters.

Extension educators advise on grazing strategies for areas affected by wildfire and drought, and review soil sampling techniques for an annual checkup on your pasture soil fertility.

Two workshops on May 23 will help Nebraska farmers develop an easier process in keeping records by using tools, resources and tips taught during the sessions.

USDA FSA has declared additional Nebraska counties are eligible to apply for emergency loans based on losses from drought.

Representatives will provide an overview of drought assistance programs designed to help producers mitigate some of the impact of extreme, adverse weather.

USDA/Flickr The latest trends in Nebraska cash rental rates and land values will be covered during the next Land Management Quarterly webinar on May 16.

USDA NASS and NRCS are conducting a new survey to gather information about Nebraska producers' adoption of conservation practices regarding crops and livestock.

This Cornhusker Economics article discusses how producers can recognize and understand their own behaviors and take measures to nullify potential bias and errors in their thinking process to benefit their management skills.

A wildfire rages at Buffalo Creek in western Nebraska during November 2021. (Photo by Gary Stone)

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Corn planting is 9% behind 2021's pace, as of May 1, but soybean planting is averaging the same as prior years at 19% complete.

First year results in a three-year study to determine cover crop decomposition and nitrogen release throughout the growing season.

It's time to begin pest and weed control measures in alfalfa. Plus, tips to capitalize on fast spring growth with flash grazing.

Representatives from USDA FSA, NRCS and Risk Management Agency will present information on disaster assistance programs and resources available for farmers, ranchers and rural landowners.

For producers affected by the recent wildfires in western Nebraska, and drought impacts across the state, there are several organizations that offer assistance, from hay and forage for livestock to help with planting crops.

Ten primary counties and 16 contiguous counties have been designated as natural disaster areas to allow producers access to emergency loans for recovery efforts.

This webinar with Nebraska Extension Agricultural Economist Jessica Groskopf takes a closer look at farm and ranch balance sheets and help you answer questions about the financial health of your business.

To date, the TAPS Crowdsourcing Team has determined a series of pre-plant decisions, including hybrid company, seed variety, population density and pre-plant nitrogen amount, with some interesting results.

USDA/Flickr (Public Domain) Though savings accounts for farm youth are common, Roth IRAs are another great avenue for investing the money they earn through labor on the family farm.