Monday May 13, 2019
Agricultural Spray Nozzle Tips
Using the correct spray nozzles when applying pesticides to your cropland is beneficial. It is critical for efficient coverage, preventing drift and proper management of weeds according to Bob Klein, Nebraska Extension Western Crops Specialist. MP3
https://marketplace.unl.edu/extension/ec130.html
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Tuesday May 14, 2019
Trellis Gardening
Homeowners and gardeners will soon be getting plants into the ground. If you’re planting indeterminate tomatoes, you’ll need some sort of support for them. Nebraska Extension Educator John Porter talks about trellising for tomatoes and other vegetables that need support.MP3
https://unlcms.unl.edu/ianr/extension/hort-update/Intensive
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Wednesday May 15, 2019
How Land Transitions Can Lead to Unintended Consequences
As Nebraska farmland owners begin to retire, several considerations need to be planned out and discussed with other family members. Poor planning can lead to major family squabbles. Nebraska Extension Educator Allan Vyhnalek talks about why farm families should have a solid plan in place before relatives retire.MP3
https://cropwatch.unl.edu/2018/how-land-transitions-can-lead-unintended-consequences
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Thursday May 16, 2019
Wasps
As the weather warms up, insects will be emerging for the spring and summer. Some insects are beneficial while others are annoying pests. Nebraska Extension Urban Entomologist Jody Green talks about wasps and how to control them.MP3
https://lancaster.unl.edu/pest/resources/SocialWasp.shtml
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Friday May 17, 2019
The Economic Benefits of Manure
Using cattle manure on your cropland can be a major economic benefit. Nebraska Extension Livestock Bioenvironmental Engineer Rick Koelsch talks about how cattle manure can result in yield response and increase the nutrient content in your soil.MP3
https://water.unl.edu/article/animal-manure-management/what-economic-value-manure