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University of Nebraska - Lincoln

1987

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Ec88-116 Universal Soil Loss Equation: A Handbook For Nebraska Producers, A. J. Jones, D. Walters, W. G. Hance, Elbert C. Dickey, J.R. Culver Dec 1987

Ec88-116 Universal Soil Loss Equation: A Handbook For Nebraska Producers, A. J. Jones, D. Walters, W. G. Hance, Elbert C. Dickey, J.R. Culver

University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension: Historical Materials

Tons of soil are lost from agricultural fields in Nebraska each year as a result of water erosion. The accelerated loss of topsoil reduces the availability of plant nutrients and water needed for optimum crop production. In addition, the eroded soil frequently moves into surface waters causing sediment to be deposited in streams and reservoirs and nutrients to be released into other biological systems. The purposes of this workbook are to provide an understandng of how soil erosion estimates are determined, to estimate erosion control resulting from numerous cropping systems, and to inform the producer of alternative practices which may …


Ec87-107 Nebraska Proso And Sunflower Variety Tests, 1987, Lenis Alton Nelson Jan 1987

Ec87-107 Nebraska Proso And Sunflower Variety Tests, 1987, Lenis Alton Nelson

University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension: Historical Materials

This circular is a progress report of proso and sunflower variety trials conducted by the Panhandle Research and Extension Center, High Plains Agricultural Laboratory, and Northwest Agricultural Laboratory. Conduct of experiments and publication of results is a joint effort of the Agricultural Research Division and the Cooperative Extension Service.


Ec87-420 Household Inventory, Kathleen Prochaska-Cue Jan 1987

Ec87-420 Household Inventory, Kathleen Prochaska-Cue

University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension: Historical Materials

A household inventory is an itemized list of a household's possessions and an estimate of their worth. Making a household inventory will benefit you in several ways:

• The inventory can help you determine how much insurance you need for household goods and personal items.

• It will furnish a record on which to base insurance claims in the event of an insured loss or theft.

• It will show money value of household goods and personal items for net worth statements.

• It can be useful in planning for replacements of household furnishings and equipment and personal items.

This …


Ec87-419 Home Furnishings Care — Cleaning And Stain Removal, Shirley Niemeyer Jan 1987

Ec87-419 Home Furnishings Care — Cleaning And Stain Removal, Shirley Niemeyer

University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension: Historical Materials

Furniture and accessories are a major investment. With proper care, furnishings can be a lifetime investment. Many new and tradtional materials are used in furnishings and accessories. Knowing how to care for these materials can prevent damage. Selecting the right product for the job will save time, money, frustration and disappointments; and do a better job. Procedures for caring for different types of furnishings materials are given in this booklet.


Ec87-726 Mastitis Control Guidelines, Gerald R. Bodman, Duane N. Rice, Don J. Kubik Jan 1987

Ec87-726 Mastitis Control Guidelines, Gerald R. Bodman, Duane N. Rice, Don J. Kubik

University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension: Historical Materials

These mastitis control guidelines were prepared by UNL personnel based on current literature and experience with the Nebraska mastitis control program, the demonstration herds, and many on-site dairy farm evaluations. This information will help producers and others in the dairy industry to understand, establish and maintain a comprehensive mastitis control program. Recommendations and procedures presented in the guidelines will allow the producer to develop an effective mastitis control program. When the recommendations are coupled with a conscientious and dedicated attitude, the result will be less mastitis and more better-quality milk at a lower production cost.