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Lawson haled for his compromising management skills
CASPER, Wyo. -- The wind howled its way out of the Rocky Mountains, through Casper, and across the Wyoming plains, challenging drivers and causing wildlife to huddle in their shelters. — Full Story »
ROTC Cadet credits 4-H with much of his success
Probably few children entering their first year of 4-H are thinking beyond their projects of yummy cookies, a fancy apron, cuddly rabbits or maybe a balky, but loveable calf. Seldom at that stage, do they anticipate what these early efforts might lead to, other than more and better of what they start with. — Full Story »
Flexibility sought in Pumpkin Creek allocation
Irrigators in the Pumpkin Creek watershed are seeking flexibility in the use of their ground water allocations. The North Platte Natural Resources District is working on a proposal that would meet the requirements of today’s various water management plans, hoping to hold a public hearing in early March. — Full Story »
Irrigators in the Pumpkin Creek watershed are seeking flexibility in the use of their ground water allocations. The North Platte Natural Resources District is working on a proposal that would meet the requirements of today’s various water management plans, hoping to hold a public hearing in early March. — Full Story »
Extension News »
Staying Fit & Healthy is Focus of UNL Program
Helping Nebraskans find a balance with food and fitness is the focus of a seven-week program sponsored by the University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension beginning in February. “Creating Balance with Food and Fitness” is a web-based series of weekly interactive sessions. — Full Story »
Helping Nebraskans find a balance with food and fitness is the focus of a seven-week program sponsored by the University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension beginning in February. “Creating Balance with Food and Fitness” is a web-based series of weekly interactive sessions. — Full Story »
Avoid Dehydration From Food-Borne Illness
Flu or food-borne illness? Both afflictions can cause diarrhea, fever and vomiting. Joint and muscle aches may be an additional symptom with food-borne illness. — Full Story »
Flu or food-borne illness? Both afflictions can cause diarrhea, fever and vomiting. Joint and muscle aches may be an additional symptom with food-borne illness. — Full Story »
USDA News »
Nebraska Grain and Hay Stocks
LINCOLN, Neb – Nebraska Corn stocks in all positions on December 1, 2011 totaled 1.16 billion bushels, down 3 percent from a year earlier, according to USDA’s National Agricultural Statistics Service, Nebraska Field Office. Of the total stocks, 730 million bushels are stored on farms, down 1 percent from 2010. Off-farm stocks, at 433 million bushels, are down 5 percent from 2010 but still the third highest on record. — Full Story »
LINCOLN, Neb – Nebraska Corn stocks in all positions on December 1, 2011 totaled 1.16 billion bushels, down 3 percent from a year earlier, according to USDA’s National Agricultural Statistics Service, Nebraska Field Office. Of the total stocks, 730 million bushels are stored on farms, down 1 percent from 2010. Off-farm stocks, at 433 million bushels, are down 5 percent from 2010 but still the third highest on record. — Full Story »
USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service Extends Sign-up Period
LINCOLN – USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) Chief Dave White today announced that the cut-off date for the current Conservation Stewardship Program (CSP) ranking period has been extended to January 27, 2012. Producers who maintain a high level of conservation on their land and agree to adopt higher levels of stewardship are eligible for CSP payments. — Full Story »
LINCOLN – USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) Chief Dave White today announced that the cut-off date for the current Conservation Stewardship Program (CSP) ranking period has been extended to January 27, 2012. Producers who maintain a high level of conservation on their land and agree to adopt higher levels of stewardship are eligible for CSP payments. — Full Story »
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