LINCOLN, Neb. — Rural Nebraskans generally are less positive about their communities this year than in the past, according to the 2009 Nebraska Rural Poll.
Timely Topics
• VP/VC IANR Search
• IANR Calendar
• Doctor of Plant Health
• At Work for Nebraska
• Financial Crisis Media Resources
For timely, research-based information on crop production and crop protection in Nebraska, see the latest issue of CropWatch.
|
Poll: Rural Nebraskans Less Positive About Communities
LINCOLN, Neb. — Rural Nebraskans generally are less positive about their communities this year than in the past, according to the 2009 Nebraska Rural Poll.
Communities Receive Funds for Tree-planting
 LINCOLN, Neb. — The tree-planting state continues its tradition by announcing the 2009 Trees for Nebraska Towns grant projects. The Nebraska Statewide Arboretum, Inc. awarded tree-planting grants of over $200,000 to 27 projects in 23 Nebraska communities.
Nebraska Farmers Should Watch for Ear Rots and Grain Molds
 LINCOLN, Neb. — Cool, wet conditions are delaying harvest and now ear rot diseases and grain molds may be plaguing corn, a University of Nebraska plant pathologist says.
Crop Insurance Workshop Scheduled for Grand Island Nov. 11
LINCOLN, Neb. — A multi-state crop insurance workshop scheduled this month in Nebraska and three other states will address risk management decisions in times of global recession.
Of Note UNL Extension experts discuss money-saving strategies to help households coping with the economy. Click on the “Recession Survival Guide” graphic to view the NET Television Production.  |
Cutting Costs on Family Clothing
 Can your coat go another year? Can those slacks be repaired? Learn about Cutting Family Clothing and Personal Care Expenses with NebGuide G1936.
Vegetables as Ornamentals
 Add color to your fall landscape with pumpkins, gourds and other vegetables from your garden. For more ideas see NebGuide G1954, Vegetables as Ornamentals.
What to do With Corn Residue?
 If you're considering whether to contract sell or otherwise dispose of crop residue, see NebGuide G1846, Harvesting Corn Residues. It covers how to estimate residue amounts and the effect of harvest on nutrient removal, erosion, soil quality, water loss, and yield.
Challenges in the energy and climate arena
Market Journal
Agriculture is faced with policy directions on several fronts. Cole Gustafson, professor of agricultural economics at North Dakota State University, says the nation’s crop and livestock producers not only have the challenges, but some opportunities as well.
Winter houseplant problems?
Backyard Farmer
Backyard Farmer will return April 2010. Questions send into Backyard Farmer are being answered on the Web page.
Post 10/29
Web Video
Summer and fall are busy times. This session of diabetes self management teaches you ways to participate in outdoor activities and events without putting your health at risk. An independent study shows the Institute of Agriculture and Natural Resources provides a conservative 15 to 1 return on state tax dollars invested with it. IANR contributes to both Nebraska's economy and quality of life.
Geologist to Share Wealth of Knowledge on Nebraska's Gemstones
November 10, 2009
Crop Insurance Workshop Scheduled for Grand Island Nov. 11
November 11, 2009
Nebraska Youth Beef Leadership Symposium Convenes in Lincoln Nov. 21-23
November 21, 2009
Bioeconomy to be Subject of 'Virtual Conference' Dec. 1
December 1, 2009
|
