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. MoreJuly 1, 2008 Protect Yourself to Keep Away Mosquitos, West Nile LINCOLN, Neb. — Heavy rainfall has affected most of the Midwest, but flooding won't be the only consequence. An increased mosquito population will be an outcome of more rain as well, said Barbara Ogg, a University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension educator in Lancaster County. MoreJune 25, 2008 Grill Carefully During Summer Barbecues LINCOLN, Neb. — Barbecuing safely means more than just wearing an apron while grilling. Those who grill need to follow proper food safety rules and keep an eye on food temperatures, said Julie Albrecht, University of Nebraska-Lincoln extension food specialist. MoreJune 25, 2008 4-H Horse Exposition Will Bring Top Riders in Nebraska to Fonner Park LINCOLN, Neb. — The best rated young riders at the six 4-H District Horse Shows in Nebraska will meet July 13-17 at Fonner Park in Grand Island for the 2008 Fonner Park State 4-H Horse Exposition. 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 23, 2008 Simple Steps Can Prevent Water and Flood Damage in Homes LINCOLN, Neb. — Recent flooding and heavy rains have many Midwesterners cleaning and drying out homes, basements and crawlspaces. However, next time heavy rains hit, the potential for water and flood damage can be reduced, a University of Nebraska-Lincoln housing and environment specialist said. MoreJune 18, 2008 UNL Extension Education Program Teaches Techniques to Manage Diabetes LINCOLN, Neb. — Phyllis Fouts had the shakes. Fouts, a 54-year-old bankruptcy counselor in Council Bluffs, Iowa, said her blood sugar was too low. But through her education in University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension diabetes sessions, she knew that all she had to do was eat some of her coworker's candy. MoreJune 17, 2008 UNL Spreadsheet Helps Determine Economic Feasibility of Storing Co-products LINCOLN, Neb. — A new University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension designed spreadsheet can help producers better calculate the costs of storing wet distillers grains or other co-products on-site. 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. MoreJune 17, 2008 Advice for Selecting a Home Contractor Can Help Avoid Unwelcome Surprises LINCOLN, Neb. — Many Midwesterners who are drying out after several weeks of stormy weather soon will turn their attention to repairing their homes. Finding a reliable contractor can be a challenge, especially since less-than-reputable workers often emerge to take advantage of natural disasters. More |
