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What risks are there for cutting alfalfa in the fall? When and how long is the alfalfa fall resting period or winterizing period? What impact will cutting alfalfa during this ongoing drought have this fall? The answers to these questions can help you make an informed decision on whether to take another cutting of alfalfa in 2023.
Nebraska Extension in Saline County is excited to welcome Maddie Werner to our office.
Maddie grew up outside of Syracuse, NE on her family's beef farm. She has been involved in 4-H since she was 8 years old, participating in both livestock and static projects, competing in a variety of contests, and attending the Citizenship Washington Focus Trip. Her favorite part of 4-H growing up was showing beef cattle. Maddie attended the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, where she graduated with a Bachelor's Degree in Athletic Training. Maddie is excited to be in this role and looks forward to helping other find their passions through 4-H!
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Nebraska Equine Extension to host a second “Race Nebraska” Seminar
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The passing of the Racetrack Gaming Act through a Nebraska 2020 ballot referendum has caused an expansion in horse racing. A series of educational seminars by Nebraska Extension’s equine program have been developed to help those interested in becoming more involved in the industry.
Poll: Rural Nebraskans are increasingly pessimistic about present, future
September 18, 2023
Twenty-seven percent of respondents to the 2023 Nebraska Rural Poll indicated they are worse off than they were five years ago, up from 21% last year and 11% in 2021.
Jansen discusses farmland valuations with RFD-TV
September 18, 2023
In Nebraska, ag land values are up about 14 percent over last year, mirroring a nationwide rise in ag real estate prices. Click through to watch Jim Jansen, an agricultural systems economist with Nebraska Extension, talk with RFD-TV about the impact of valuations.
Nebraska Pulse Crops Conference scheduled at two locations
September 14, 2023
The 2023 Nebraska Pulse Crops Conference will focus on field peas, chickpeas, black-eyed peas, and other pulses.