September 5, 2002 Cutting Drought-Stressed Alfalfa During Winterization Is Risky LINCOLN, Neb. — It's never wise to cut alfalfa while the plants prepare for winter and that's especially important this year, a University of Nebraska forage specialist said. MoreSeptember 5, 2002 Manage and Prepare Pastures Now For Next Spring's Grazing LINCOLN, Neb. — Producers need to find options now for next year's pastures, a University of Nebraska forage specialist said. MoreAugust 20, 2002 Increased Blister Beetle Numbers Could Spell Trouble for Horses LINCOLN, Neb. — Alfalfa growers need to be on guard this summer and early fall for blister beetles, University of Nebraska specialists said. MoreAugust 20, 2002 Grassland Ecology Focus of NU Seminars LINCOLN, Neb. — Grassland ecology is the focus of the University of Nebraska's Center for Grassland Studies eighth fall seminar series. Faculty and guest lecturers will speak on topics ranging from prescribed burning regimes to working in urban landscapes. MoreAugust 19, 2002 Much to Consider When Feeding Drought-Stressed Soybeans, Sorghum LINCOLN, Neb. — Feeding drought-stricken soybeans or sorghum as forage requires close management. While they're good sources of needed livestock feed, they also can be toxic, University of Nebraska specialists said. MoreJuly 9, 2002 Nebraska Grazing Conference Set for Aug. 12-13 at Kearney LINCOLN, Neb. — The 2002 Nebraska Grazing Conference Aug. 12-13 will help beginning and advanced producers find ways to earn more from grazing lands without excessive risk, unreasonable labor demands or confusing technology. MoreJuly 9, 2002 Management Helps Drought-Stressed Alfalfa LINCOLN, Neb. — It's a tough year for alfalfa due to hot, dry weather and increased insect populations, said a University of Nebraska forage specialist. MoreJune 26, 2002 Drought Already Is Hurting Nebraska's Economy LINCOLN, Neb. - The deepening drought has already cost Nebraska's economy more than $300 million, a University of Nebraska agricultural economist said. MoreJune 21, 2002 Drought, Inadequate Pasture Growth Requires Proficient Cattle Management LINCOLN, Neb. — Drought conditions in western and portions of central Nebraska have left many livestock producers short on feed for their cattle. MoreJune 21, 2002 Proper Irrigation Aids Pastures and Alfalfa LINCOLN, Neb. — As producers gear up for another hot Nebraska summer, some simple tips for managing irrigation will improve chances of maximizing pasture and alfalfa production. More |
