July 2, 2008 Flaming Weeds Has Potential as Organic Weed Control Tool LINCOLN, Neb. — Weeds are the No. 1 problem when it comes to organic farming. To combat this, University of Nebraska-Lincoln researchers are studying weed control with a propane-induced flame. MoreJune 24, 2008 Summer Weather Outlook: Equal Chances Wet or Dry LINCOLN, Neb. — Most of Nebraska has seen above normal precipitation and below normal temperatures this summer, and July forecasts show equal chances of those trends continuing, the University of Nebraska-Lincoln's state climatologist said. MoreJune 17, 2008 Wheat Scab in Nebraska for Second Year in a Row LINCOLN, Neb. — Nebraska wheat fields are plagued for the second straight year by a bad case of scab, or Fusarium head blight, thanks to an unusually wet spring. MoreMay 20, 2008 UNL Ag Economist: Ethanol Behind About 1.2 Percent of U.S. Food Price Hike LINCOLN, Neb. — Ethanol's increasing demand for corn is responsible for about 1.2 percent of the increase in U.S. food prices during the last two years, a University of Nebraska-Lincoln agricultural economist estimates. MoreMay 12, 2008 Two UNL Extension Organic Farm Tours Offered June 17 or 18 LINCOLN, Neb. — Two University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension organic farm tours June 17 or 18 will cover topics ranging from winter wheat varieties to flaming for weed control. MoreMay 8, 2008 Be Sure to Stay on Top of Bt Corn Hybrid Requirements This Planting Season LINCOLN, Neb. — As planting season progresses, it's important corn growers review current requirements for use of Bt corn hybrids, a University of Nebraska-Lincoln entomologist says. MoreMay 1, 2008 Wheat Production and Pest Management Subject of In-Field Clinic MEAD, Neb. — A June 11 University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension in-field clinic will focus on wheat production and pest management. Designed for individuals involved in wheat production, the training session will provide the opportunity to learn about the latest research and techniques specific to wheat production. MoreApril 30, 2008 Winterkill in Alfalfa Requires Quick Action LINCOLN, Neb. — Several alfalfa growers in eastern and central Nebraska have lost some of their alfalfa stands to winterkill this spring, a University of Nebraska-Lincoln forage specialist said. MoreApril 14, 2008 Field Crop Scout Training Offered in May MEAD, Neb. — A University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension crop scout training course will provide crop scouts an opportunity to enhance their skills. MoreMarch 6, 2008 Researchers at UNL Determine On-Farm Costs of Producing Switchgrass for Ethanol LINCOLN, Neb. — The on-farm cost of producing switchgrass for cellulosic ethanol averages about $60 per ton, according to a new study by a University of Nebraska-Lincoln agricultural economist and others. More |
