by Nasrin Nawa | Nebraska Extension
Lincoln, Neb. — Nebraska Extension is set to participate in the 2024 Husker Harvest Days from September 10-12, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Grand Island, Neb. This year’s event theme, “Forging Nebraska’s Tomorrow,” underscores the organization’s dedication to advancing Nebraska’s agricultural future through innovation, technology, and collaboration.
At the event, Nebraska Extension professionals will be at the Big Red Building on 8th Street to offer expert advice on a range of topics crucial to agricultural producers, families, and communities. Highlights include:
- Landscapes & Weather Resilience: Techniques for managing landscapes to withstand extreme weather, including plant selection, irrigation, pruning, and pest management. https://hles.unl.edu./
- Soil Health: Methods for enhancing soil productivity through cover crops, interseeding, and sustainable practices. https://cropwatch.unl.edu/.
- Digital Agriculture & Technology: Insights into new digital tools and technologies that improve production and profitability, such as on-farm research and precision-ag software. https://on-farm-research.unl.edu/.
- Pest Management – Plant Health: Learn about advanced strategies for pest control that minimize environmental impact. https://pat.unl.edu/.
- Health & Wellness: Strategies for maintaining physical and mental well-being amid the demands of farm life. https://ruralwellness.unl.edu/.
- Manure Management: Best practices for integrating manure into farming for better soil health and reduced use of synthetic fertilizers. https://manure.unl.edu/.
- Water Management: Innovative techniques for conserving water resources, including irrigation management and soil water monitoring. https://water.unl.edu/.
- Livestock Health: Approaches to improving cattle herd productivity through disease prevention, early detection, and proper nutrition. http://beef.unl.edu/.
- Rural Prosperity: Support for community leaders and entrepreneurs to promote economic development and vibrant local food systems. http://ruralprosperityne.edu/.
- Agricultural Profitability: Resources from the Center for Agricultural Profitability to aid in financial decision-making for securing the future of farming operations. http://cap.unl.edu.
- Leadership Development: Information on the Nebraska LEAD Program, which prepares agricultural leaders for industry challenges. http://lead.unl.edu.
- Youth Education & Career Preparation: Interactive displays by Nebraska 4-H to help youth explore career paths and develop employability skills. http://4h.unl.edu.
- UNL TAPS Extension - Crop Skills Challenge: Located west on 8th street. Try out your agriculture skills and knowledge with this fun competition covering: drones, cover crop ID, insect feeding & herbicide Injury ID, and irrigation scheduling. https://taps.unl.edu/.
- The Dairy Store Ice Cream Truck: Located across from the “Big Red Building.” https://dairystore.unl.edu/.
- Nebraska Women in Agriculture: The team will be in a tent next to the Big Red Building on Wednesday only. https://wia.unl.edu/.
Visit Nebraska Extension at Husker Harvest Days to connect with experts and discover how they can assist in building a more resilient and prosperous future for Nebraska. For free tickets, visit https://www.huskerharvestdays.com/en/home.html.