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G77-344 Annual Flowers For Specific Uses In Nebraska, Dale T. Lindgren
G77-344 Annual Flowers For Specific Uses In Nebraska, Dale T. Lindgren
University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension: Historical Materials
Wondering what annual flowers to plant where? This NebGuide can help.
Annual flowers grow from seed, come into flower and die in a single growing season. The following lists of annual flowers are grouped for specific uses in Nebraska. Common names are listed first, followed by scientific names.
G77-386 Wheat In Poultry Rations, T.W. Sullivan, E.W. Gleaves
G77-386 Wheat In Poultry Rations, T.W. Sullivan, E.W. Gleaves
University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension: Historical Materials
This publication examines the advantages and disadvantages of wheat as a component of poultry feed.
Wheat is usually considered a source of human food rather than an ingredient for poultry and livestock feeds. This is especially true in the United States, where corn, milo and other feed grains are abundantly produced. In recent years one of every two bushels of wheat produced in the United States has been exported. If world production and supplies of wheat are high, a surplus develops and wheat prices are lowered. When this situation occurs wheat becomes an attractive alternative to corn or milo in …
G77-328 Irrigation Water Quality Criteria, Gary W. Hergert, Delno Knudsen
G77-328 Irrigation Water Quality Criteria, Gary W. Hergert, Delno Knudsen
University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension: Historical Materials
This NebGuide is intended to provide guidelines to help understand and interpret chemical water quality test results.
All well and stream waters contain dissolved minerals. The amounts and kinds of minerals vary from one location to another and may vary with time. When irrigation water is applied, the mineral salts are left in the soil after the crop has used the water. Most of these mineral salts are beneficial to crop growth and soil condition, but in some cases they may be harmful. Irrigation water quality problems may be caused by (1) total mineral salts accumulating so that crops no …
G77-382 Right Crop Stage For Herbicide Use Corn, Sorghum, Small Grains (Revised May 1992), Drew J. Lyon, Robert G. Wilson Jr., Alex Martin
G77-382 Right Crop Stage For Herbicide Use Corn, Sorghum, Small Grains (Revised May 1992), Drew J. Lyon, Robert G. Wilson Jr., Alex Martin
University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension: Historical Materials
Herbicides recommended for postemergence application in corn, sorghum, and small grains are discussed in this NebGuide. Proper timing of postemergence herbicides is essential to achieve maximum weed control and minimum crop injury. As field crops grow and mature, their tolerance to herbicides changes. As a general rule, annual and biennial weeds are more susceptible to postemergence herbicides when they are in the seedling stage. As they mature they become increasingly difficult to control, facing the grower with the problem of when to apply the herbicide to achieve the least crop injury and the most satisfactory weed control. Field crops differ …
G77-374 Seasonal Prices For Meat Animals, Allen C. Wellman
G77-374 Seasonal Prices For Meat Animals, Allen C. Wellman
University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension: Historical Materials
Seasonal variations in livestock prices seem to follow a similar pattern from year to year. For some classes of livestock, these seasonal swings in prices have been quite consistent for a number of years; while others have changed considerably over time.
Seasonal price fluctuations result mostly from seasonal supply changes or variations in marketings. For any given year a cyclical change in price may override the season pattern. Seasonal price changes during the 1972-76 period also were influenced by a price freeze, as well as changes in supply and demand.
Seasonal price changes are important factors to consider in planning …
G76-279 Processing Deer, Glenn W. Froning, P. S. Gipson
G76-279 Processing Deer, Glenn W. Froning, P. S. Gipson
University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension: Historical Materials
It is important to process game properly to obtain maximum flavor and storage stability.
It is a pleasure to hunt game, but perhaps an even greater satisfaction comes from eating the meat. In order to have a flavorful experience, the game animal must be handled, processed and prepared properly. If the game is improperly processed or handled, one may lose much of the desirable flavor and storage stability.
Heg76-36 Sewing With Plaids (Revised January 1987), Rose Marie Tondl
Heg76-36 Sewing With Plaids (Revised January 1987), Rose Marie Tondl
University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension: Historical Materials
This NebGuide contains useful suggestions for sewing with plaids.
Plaids remain popular and have no season. They can create dramatic effects, be dainty, gay, subtle or forceful. Their coloring may be rich, subdued or bizarre, depending upon the spacing combination and intensity of colors. Whatever the desired effect, perfection in matching plaids can make an inexpensive dress look expensive.
Ec76-1741 Christmas Trees: A Management Guide, Donald E. Janssen, Neal E. Jennings
Ec76-1741 Christmas Trees: A Management Guide, Donald E. Janssen, Neal E. Jennings
University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension: Historical Materials
In America the decorated Christmas tree has become an accepted tradition. Christmas would seem barren to most people without it. Raising Christmas trees is a growing industry and has proven to be a profitable use of land if high-quality, salable trees are produced.
Planting, managing, and harvesting Christmas trees is a high labor, high risk endeavor. Here is a list of questions. If you can answer "yes" to every one, you will be a successful Christmas tree grower.
Are you willing to plant trees every April?
Are you willing to shear or prune every tree, every year (mid-June to mid-July) …
G76-284 Hand Signals For Agriculture, Rollin D. Schnieder
G76-284 Hand Signals For Agriculture, Rollin D. Schnieder
University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension: Historical Materials
This NebGuide contains hand signals useful for communicating around noisy equipment and from a distance.
Throughout history, man has devised methods of contacting others who were out of voice range or who could not be heard because of excess noise. The Indians were skilled at using smoke signals or by imitating some form of wildlife such as the owl or coyote.
The early explorers used other signs to guide them. The slashing of bark on trees or sticks pointed in a certain direction were keys for keeping the persons from getting lost or for others to follow.
The railroad used …
Heg76-42 Wool And Wool Blends (Revised January 1985), Rose Marie Tondl
Heg76-42 Wool And Wool Blends (Revised January 1985), Rose Marie Tondl
University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension: Historical Materials
This NebGuide contains information about buying and sewing wool and wool blends.
Wool is a unique fiber. It is a natural fiber made from the fleece of sheep. Wool fabrics are not all alike. They come in a variety of textures and weights. Wool can be sheer, thin, soft, thick, stiff or anything in between. Wool fabrics are constructed by weaving, knitting or felting.
G76-315 Establishing Black Walnut, Rick Hamilton, Neal E. Jennings
G76-315 Establishing Black Walnut, Rick Hamilton, Neal E. Jennings
University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension: Historical Materials
This publication contains information on establishing a black walnut plantation.
Based on current market conditions, $20,000 to $30,000 worth of black walnut timber can be harvested from a managed acre within 50 years. The total cost of establishing an acre rarely exceeds $100, including site preparation, cost of seedlings, planting, and weed control. The decision to invest in a walnut plantation can be based on:
1. The rate of return on $100 per acre invested is 11.3 percent to 11.9 percent, yielding $20,000 to $30,000 within 50 years. The same investment at 6 percent interest would yield $1,842 at the …
G76-314 Native Wood Fence Posts (Revised February 1990), Thomas L. Schmidt, Michael R. Kuhns
G76-314 Native Wood Fence Posts (Revised February 1990), Thomas L. Schmidt, Michael R. Kuhns
University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension: Historical Materials
This guide evaluates native Nebraska tree species for use as wooden fence posts.
Fencing is a major part of most farming and ranching operations. Fences are costly and require regular repair and maintenance. Wood fence posts cut from native Nebraska trees can be less expensive than steel posts or wood posts imported from other states. When deciding whether to use native wood fence posts, consider durability, availability and ease of handling.
G75-237 Boxelder Bugs (Revised June 1992), Frederick P. Baxendale, David L. Keith
G75-237 Boxelder Bugs (Revised June 1992), Frederick P. Baxendale, David L. Keith
University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension: Historical Materials
This NebGuide discusses the importance, life history and control of boxelder bugs.
Description
Boxelder bug adults are about 1/2 inch long. They are slate-gray with three red lines behind the head and red lines on the wings. The rear half of the wings have a reddish margin and the abdomen under the wings is also red. Nymphs (young bugs) are bright red with darker heads. They resemble adults, but their wings do not fully develop until they reach maturity.
G74-182 Caring For African Violets, Don Steinegger, John E. Watkins, Anne Vidaver, Frederick P. Baxendale
G74-182 Caring For African Violets, Don Steinegger, John E. Watkins, Anne Vidaver, Frederick P. Baxendale
University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension: Historical Materials
African violets are low, compact plants with attractive dark green, thick, hairy leaves. This NebGuide covers various aspects of caring for them.
The African violet (Saintpaulia ionantha) is one of the most satisfactory flowering houseplants. It is a low, compact plant with attractive dark green, thick, hairy leaves. The violet-like flowers are borne in small panicles just above the foliage. Besides various shades of blue-violet, there are also pink, fuschia, and white cultivars (varieties). Newer violets include not only cultivars with single flowers, but also those with semi-double or double rows of petals. Bi-colored flowers and those with …
G74-189 Growing Dahlias, Don Steinegger, John E. Watkins, Frederick P. Baxendale
G74-189 Growing Dahlias, Don Steinegger, John E. Watkins, Frederick P. Baxendale
University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension: Historical Materials
Propagation, culture, diseases, and insects of dahlias are covered here.
The dahlia is a versatile flowering plant, providing a wide array of sizes, forms and colors. Flowers range from half-inch pompons to giants. Flower forms vary from daisy-shaped singles to fully double types with intermediate forms, such as anemone.
Dahlia cultivars which flower the first year from seed are referred to as annuals. Many of these annuals form tuberous roots the first year. These tuberous roots can be saved for use next year.
G74-165 Understand Your Soil Test: Calcium, Magnesium, Boron, Copper, Chlorine, Molybdenum, Delno Knudsen, K.D. Frank
G74-165 Understand Your Soil Test: Calcium, Magnesium, Boron, Copper, Chlorine, Molybdenum, Delno Knudsen, K.D. Frank
University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension: Historical Materials
It is possible to analyze soil samples for any of the 13 essential elements which plants obtain from the soil. This does not mean that the results obtained can be used to predict adequacy or deficiency for plant growth.
The value obtained from any chemical procedure used to determine each element must be shown to be related to (1) crop response from application of that element (correlation) and (2) the soil test level at which response occurs (calibration). Crop response is usually measured as yield, but may also be a quality factor. Field plot and greenhouse research are used to …
G74-113 A Quick Test For Atrazine Carryover (Revised March 1989), Alex Martin, R.N. Stougaard, Patrick J. Shea
G74-113 A Quick Test For Atrazine Carryover (Revised March 1989), Alex Martin, R.N. Stougaard, Patrick J. Shea
University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension: Historical Materials
How can you tell if you have atrazine carryover in your fields? Plants grown in soil samples can tell.
Residues of atrazine may remain in the soil and affect some susceptible crops the next year. Crops most often affected include soybeans, field beans, sugarbeets, alfalfa, oats, wheat and many broadleaf horticultural crops.
Attempts to predict the extent of carryover and damage to sensitive crops the year following atrazine use have been only partially successful. The rate of atrazine disappearance and, therefore, the amount remaining the next year, is affected by soil texture, pH and organic matter content, as well as …
G74-142 Harvesting And Preserving Hay Crop Silage, Rick Grant, Rick Stock
G74-142 Harvesting And Preserving Hay Crop Silage, Rick Grant, Rick Stock
University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension: Historical Materials
This NebGuide describes principles of successful hay crop harvest, silage preservation, management techniques to obtain high quality hay crop silage, and proper use of silage storage facilities.
Most hay (legume and grass) crops can be ensiled, or made into silage, successfully. For best feeding value and preservation, consider the special requirements for ensiling each crop.
Hays to be ensiled should be selected on the basis of economics. Which are the most profitable for supplying nutrients? For example, legumes have a relatively higher value for dairy herds than for beef finishing operations because of dairy cows' higher requirement for protein.
G74-187 Care Of Cactus In The Home, Dale T. Lindgren
G74-187 Care Of Cactus In The Home, Dale T. Lindgren
University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension: Historical Materials
The care and propagation of cacti is featured in this NebGuide. A special section on Christmas cactus is included.
Cacti are among the most fascinating groups of indoor plants. Often described as arid desert plants, they also are found in forests and on prairies. In Nebraska several native species of cactus intermingle with prairie grasses.
G74-202 Wheat Soil-Borne Mosaic Disease (Revised October 2001), John E. Watkins
G74-202 Wheat Soil-Borne Mosaic Disease (Revised October 2001), John E. Watkins
University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension: Historical Materials
Host range, symptoms, disease cycle, and control options for wheat soil-borne mosaic disease are discussed.
Wheat soil-borne mosaic virus affects wheat (Triticum aestivum L.) growing primarily in central, eastern and west central Nebraska. This disease occurs annually; however, its effect on crop production in Nebraska varies from year to year due to variety selection, cropping practices and environmental conditions favoring disease development. In years when spring temperatures remain cool for extended periods, the virus remains active in infected plants, enhancing symptom development and increasing yield loss. The virus reduces tillering and affects kernel weights and test weights.
G74-108 Wilts Of Cucurbits (Revised October 1994), James R. Steadman, David L. Keith, Laurie Hodges
G74-108 Wilts Of Cucurbits (Revised October 1994), James R. Steadman, David L. Keith, Laurie Hodges
University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension: Historical Materials
Discussion covers the symptoms, disease cycles, and control measures for bacterial and Fusarium wilts of cucurbits, including cucumbers, cantaloupe, watermelons, squash, and pumpkins. Wilt caused by squash vine borer also is covered.
G74-186 Cannas, Donald E. Janssen, Don Steinegger
G74-186 Cannas, Donald E. Janssen, Don Steinegger
University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension: Historical Materials
Cannas are quick growing, vigorous ornamental plants with heavy foliage and large flowers.
Flower colors range from dark red to light green. Leaf colors can be reddish-purple, bronze or green. They are used most effectively for bedding plants in public parks and larger home grounds where they can be planted in front of taller shrubbery and viewed from a distance. Their vigor and size make them less desirable for planting in restricted areas.
G74-188 Amaryllis Culture, Don Steinegger, John E. Watkins
G74-188 Amaryllis Culture, Don Steinegger, John E. Watkins
University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension: Historical Materials
The hybrid amaryllis (Hippeastrum) is a tender bulb easily grown in pots. Amaryllis is prized for its huge showy flowers ranging from scarlet or crimson to white in color, and often striped or mottled.
Amaryllis can be grown outdoors throughout the year in mild climates, but must be grown indoors in Nebraska except during the warm summer months. Amaryllis is prized for its huge showy flowers ranging from scarlet or crimson to white in color, and often striped or mottled. Most amaryllis are Dutch or African hybrids selected for flower size, color and ease of forcing. The usual flowering season …
G73-73 Sweet Potatoes (Revised June 1992), R.E. Neild, Laurie Hodges
G73-73 Sweet Potatoes (Revised June 1992), R.E. Neild, Laurie Hodges
University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension: Historical Materials
Varieties, requirements and culture, harvesting and storage of sweet potatoes.
The sweet potato, a member of the morning glory plant family, is native to tropical America. It is an important food plant in warmer regions of the world and is adapted to southeastern Nebraska. Sweet potatoes may be boiled, baked, fried, or candied. They have high food value. Varieties with deeply yellow colored roots are a good source of vitamin A.
G73-45 Managing Black Walnut Plantations For Timber (Revised March 1979), Neal E. Jennings, Frank A. Hershey
G73-45 Managing Black Walnut Plantations For Timber (Revised March 1979), Neal E. Jennings, Frank A. Hershey
University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension: Historical Materials
A basic knowledge of tree needs and the application of simple management principles are required to produce quality black walnut timber.
Black walnut (Juglans nigra) is a high value timber species. The only way to maximize profit from black walnut plantations is by good timber management. Management practices that increase growth, improve quality and reduce damage, substantially increase profit. A basic knowledge of tree needs and the application of simple management principles are required to produce quality black walnut timber.
Protection, pruning and thinning are the major management activities.
G73-46 Hessian Fly On Wheat, John E. Foster, Gary L. Hein
G73-46 Hessian Fly On Wheat, John E. Foster, Gary L. Hein
University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension: Historical Materials
This NebGuide discusses the life cycle, control and prevention of the Hessian fly. Plant-safe dates and resistant wheat varieties are also examined.
The Hessian fly, Mayetiola destructor (Say), is not native to the United States, but was probably introduced by Hessian soldiers during the Revolutionary War. This insect was given its common name by Americans because of its damage on Long Island in 1779. The pest has become distributed throughout the United States wheat production areas since then.
The Hessian fly belongs to the family of insects known as gall midges (Diptera: Cecidomyiidae), a group noted for their habit of …
G73-60 Working With Wood I. Home Drying Lumber (Revised July 1987), Michael Kuhns, Richard Straight
G73-60 Working With Wood I. Home Drying Lumber (Revised July 1987), Michael Kuhns, Richard Straight
University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension: Historical Materials
Avoid the expense of kiln-dried lumber by processing and drying your own lumber at home.
Anyone who has done much woodworking knows how expensive high quality, kiln-dried, hardwood lumber can be. Even kiln-dried construction lumber is expensive. Besides expense, there also may be problems with finding certain species of wood, highly figured wood, or hardwood boards thicker than one inch (4/4).
One way to avoid these problems is to dry your own lumber. Green, unsurfaced, or unplaned lumber can be obtained from many small sawmills in Nebraska and surrounding states. You may also want to obtain your own logs and …
G73-71 Lettuce (Revised April 1990), R.E. Neild, Roger D. Uhlinger
G73-71 Lettuce (Revised April 1990), R.E. Neild, Roger D. Uhlinger
University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension: Historical Materials
Successfully growing and harvesting lettuce is the focus of this NebGuide.
Lettuce is an increasingly popular vegetable in the United States. Because it is a basic ingredient in salads, lettuce is eaten more frequently than any other vegetable. Lettuce can be served alone with a variety of dressings or mixed with other fresh vegetables.
Its fresh color and crisp texture serve well as a garnish, and its leaves may be stuffed with fruit, cheese, seafood, poultry, ham, or egg salads. Although usually consumed fresh, leaf lettuce and chopped green onions "wilted" with warm vegetable oil and vinegar make a pleasing, …
G73-4 Bagworms (Revised June 1987), Frederick P. Baxendale
G73-4 Bagworms (Revised June 1987), Frederick P. Baxendale
University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension: Historical Materials
Bagworms can damage juniper, arborvitae, pine, and spruce. Description, life history, and control are discussed in this publication.
The bagworm is native to the United States and is found in eastern Nebraska. Bagworms feed on many species of trees and shrubs, but are most common on junipers. They are rarely a serious problem on deciduous trees, except when larvae move away from evergreens.
G73-12 Iris Borer Control, David L. Keith, Frederick P. Baxendale
G73-12 Iris Borer Control, David L. Keith, Frederick P. Baxendale
University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension: Historical Materials
Scouting, prevention and control of the iris borer.
This insect is the most serious insect pest of iris in Nebraska and is found virtually everywhere in the state. Damage is characterized by dark, streaked, or watery areas and ragged edges on the developing leaves of iris in May and June and extensive destruction of the insides of the rhizomes in July and early August. Examination late in summer will reveal a large white to pinkish caterpillar from 1 1/2 to 2 inches long in the rhizome, usually accompanied by a foul-smelling soft rot.