Climate, Weather and Drought

Friday, November 28, 2025

Nebraska’s Declining Wildlife Habitat

Ongoing research at the University of Nebraska is focusing on the decline of wild turkeys here in the state. University of Nebraska - Lincoln Professor Andrew Little says the habitat loss isn’t just affecting turkeys, but many other kinds of wildlife. 

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Tuesday, November 25, 2025

Wild Turkey Research Project

Wildlife habitat in Nebraska has been declining and that has led to a shortage of wild turkeys. University of Nebraska - Lincoln Associate Professor of Landscape and Habitat Management Andrew Little has been studying this decline and talks about some of the issues surrounding habitat loss and decline in turkey populations in the state. 

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Wednesday, October 8, 2025

Protecting Farms and Ranches from Wildfire

Wildfire precautions around your farm and ranch are critical to avoid a catastrophe. Nebraska Extension Educator Ryan Benjamin talks about steps producers can take to help avoid serious damage from wildfires.

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Tuesday, April 15, 2025

Water Use Efficiency

The University of Nebraska is committed to helping the ag community and its farmers use water in efficient ways. Nebraska Extension Irrigation Engineer Derek Heeron says there are plenty of tools out there to help fine-tune irrigation, saving water, energy, and most importantly money.

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