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Ec91-1767 Windbreaks For Rural Living, James R. Brandle, Teresa K. Boes, Bruce Wight
Ec91-1767 Windbreaks For Rural Living, James R. Brandle, Teresa K. Boes, Bruce Wight
University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension: Historical Materials
In many parts of the United States, the constant force of the wind exaggerates daily weather conditions and can make living in these areas seem unbearable. A well-designed windbreak around the home, ranch, or farmstead slows the wind and improves the overall environment. Farm and ranch windbreaks conserve energy, provide snow control, improve working and recreational environments, enhance wildlife populations, provide visual screening and dust control, and increase the production of various wood and food products.
Ranch and farmstead windbreaks provide the greatest benefits in areas with high winds, large amounts of snow, extreme temperature fluctuations, or minimal natural forest …
Nf91-30 The Clover Leaf Weevil In Alfalfa, Keith J. Jarvi, Stephen D. Danielson
Nf91-30 The Clover Leaf Weevil In Alfalfa, Keith J. Jarvi, Stephen D. Danielson
University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension: Historical Materials
In 1991, there has been a lot of concern about the clover leaf weevil in alfalfa in eastern Nebraska. Many farmers in the eastern one-third of the state experienced problems with the regrowth of alfalfa after the first cutting in 1990, caused by the feeding of the adult of this insect. This NebFact discusses the difference between the alfalfa weevil and the clover leaf weevil and to control them in the field(s).
G91-1062 Termites (Revised March 2002), Shripat T. Kamble
G91-1062 Termites (Revised March 2002), Shripat T. Kamble
University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension: Historical Materials
This NebGuide provides information on biology and control of subterranean termites.
Termites feed on wood and serve an important function in nature by converting dead trees into organic matter. Unfortunately, the wood in buildings is equally appetizing to termites and they cause serious damage to residential and commercial buildings. Two species of subterranean termites are found in Nebraska and both species have similar habitats.
Ec91-1773 Deer Damage Control In Nebraska, Scott E. Hygnstrom, Bill Baxter
Ec91-1773 Deer Damage Control In Nebraska, Scott E. Hygnstrom, Bill Baxter
University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension: Historical Materials
Nebraskans are fortunate to have two species of deer in the state — the white-tailed deer (Odocoileus virginianus) and the mule deer (Odocoileus hemionus). They are beautiful and fascinating animals that provide many aesthetic and recreational benefits. They can however, cause problems when they damage agricultural crops, trees and backyard plantings.
This extension circular covers the methods of reducing deer damage through herd management (legal harvest, shooting permits, and live removal), deer fencing, repellents, and scare devices.