Tree Watering
Good watering techniques will help your trees thrive this spring after very dry conditions over the winter. Nebraska Extension Instructor Dana Freeman talks about different techniques for watering younger and older trees.
What Drives the Spread of Cedar Trees?
Eastern red cedar trees can quickly take over pasture and rangeland if not monitored properly. Extension Educator Bethany Johnson talks about how red cedar trees spread and what farmers can do to stop the takeover.
2025 Drought Planning Trigger Dates
As drought conditions could get worse with warmer weather, Extension Educator Ryan Benjamin says producers should be making plans for this growing season. He says the forecast calls for warmer and dryer weather, and that could make things difficult for farmers this year.
Preventing Grass Tetany with Magnesium Supplementation
On today’s Almanac, Extension Educator Brock Ortner talks about making sure your cattle have proper magnesium supplementation to counter grass tetany. He says it’s a common issue when turning out cows to cool season pastures but also points out, different cattle have different mineral needs.
Leveraging the Price Slide: A Marketing Opportunity Amid Record-High Prices
Making the most of high prices in the cattle markets means producers should be paying close attention to price slides. Extension Specialist Elliot Dennis and UNL Grad Student TaraLee Hudson talk about a few price strategies to help producers take advantage of certain market conditions.